Aquamarine derives its name from the Latin words "Aqua (water)" and "Marine (ocean)". When ancient people discovered it, they felt its appearance resembled a clear body of water, intensely blue like the sea, hence it was named "Aquamarine".
Aquamarine belongs to the beryl family, which is part of the hexagonal crystal system. Within the beryl family, the blue-green variety is Aquamarine, the pink variety is called Morganite, the golden yellow variety is called Heliodor (or Golden Beryl), and the pure green variety colored by chromium is Emerald (the King of Beryl).
Symbolism and Spiritual Energy
• Aquamarine symbolizes happiness—sincere love, confidence, and courage—fearlessness.
• Aquamarine is the birthstone for March.
• Due to its elegant blue color and historical significance, Aquamarine is deeply favored by royalty and nobility.
• Aquamarine corresponds to the throat chakra and can activate the energy of the throat chakra.
• Aquamarine is believed to possess powerful healing energy, capable of bringing inner peace, courage, and clarity of thought.
Investment Potential
Investment Potential: Gemstones associated with royalty and nobility see transaction prices continuously rising at auctions. Aquamarine is considered a special category of gemstone that possesses both cultural heritage and investment value.
Aquamarine and the British Royal Family
Queen Elizabeth II was a British Queen who was particularly fond of aquamarine. She spent a long time having craftsmen gradually complete her aquamarine crown.
Diana, Princess of Wales, was also an admirer of aquamarine. She once wore an aquamarine ring and an aquamarine pearl bracelet to a charity gala. Furthermore, when her clothes were auctioned for charity at Christie's in 1997, she was wearing an aquamarine ring.
"Something blue" is one of the famous small traditions in European weddings.
In European wedding customs, the bride’s attire must include the following items, and "Something blue" is one of the key elements:
• Something old
• Something new
• Something borrowed
• Something blue
• And a sixpence in her shoe
Europeans attach importance to "Something blue" because blue traditionally represents bringing happiness to the bride.
1. Symbol of happiness and love: Many Europeans like to use aquamarine (a common blue gemstone) as a symbol of happiness.
2. Purity, chastity, and humility: In ancient Roman times, blue symbolized love, chastity, and humility.
3. Religious connotation: Blue is also the representative color of the Virgin Mary.
Wearing something blue on the body in a European wedding symbolizes the ability to bring happiness. Due to this tradition, aquamarine (because of its blue characteristics) is often chosen as lucky jewelry or engagement jewelry for European weddings. Aquamarine itself symbolizes "happiness—sincere love" and "good fortune—blessing".
1. Spiritual healing and stress release: Aquamarine can heal our soul/mind, helps release accumulated stress, and allows the wearer to regain cheerful strength.
2. Enhancing mood and confidence: Aquamarine possesses both the freedom of the sky and the vastness of the sea. Therefore, wearing it makes people feel refreshed, cheerful, and confidently beautiful.
3. Bringing courage and wisdom: Aquamarine symbolizes "courage—fearlessness". It is also a symbol of "Talent".
4. Clear thinking and inner peace: Women who like blue (reflecting the color characteristics of aquamarine) are generally considered to have clear thinking and decisive actions. They are good at seeking inner peace, and by nature, they stay away from conflict and noise, possessing tolerance and gentle, firm wisdom.
Aquamarine focuses on bringing mental peace, enhanced courage, and clarity of thought to the wearer. It symbolizes the power of the ocean and the sky, bringing spiritual cleansing and support.
Wearing and Maintenance Tips
Although Aquamarine has a relatively high hardness (7.5 to 8), caution should still be taken during wear and maintenance:
1. Avoid contact with hard objects: Despite its high hardness, collisions with other hard objects should be avoided to prevent scratching or damage.
2. Keep away from chemical substances: Wearing it should be avoided while soaking in hot springs or bathing, as chemical substances may cause damage to the aquamarine crystal.
Aquamarine is like a combination of the ocean and the sky; it helps the wearer find inner peace and clarity, and through its pure blue color, it continuously conveys blessings that transcend centuries.
Aquamarine possesses both the freedom of the sky and the vastness of the sea! Wearing an aquamarine pendant, a brooch, or an aquamarine ring will make you feel particularly refreshed, cheerful, and confidently beautiful.
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