Aquamarine is a well-known and highly valued gemstone, belonging to the beryl family. It's beautiful blue to blue-green color makes it popular in jewelry.
What Is Aquamarine?
Aquamarine is a blue or blue-green variety of beryl Its name comes from the Latin aqua marina, meaning “sea water,” due to its clear, ocean-like color.
Hardness
7.5 – 8 on the Mohs scale
Durable enough for rings, necklaces, earrings, and everyday wear.
Color
Light blue (most common)
Bluish-green
Teal (rare)
Pale to medium saturation is most common; deep blue is rarer and more valuable
Where It’s Found
Major sources of gem-quality aquamarine include:
Brazil – Minas Gerais and Bahia (largest producer)
