Aquamarine

The very name aquamarine brings to mind the limpid, clear blue tint of the sea.  Legend says that it is the treasure of mermaids, with the power to keep sailors safe at sea.  Aquamarine was long thought to have a soothing influence on married couples, making it a good anniversary gift.

Many aquamarines are greenish when mined and cut.  For those who prefer a purer blue, those stones are heated to enhance their blue color permanently.  Some aquamarine fanciers prefer the greenish hues, saying the greener tones remind them more of the sea.  The color tones of aquamarine are subtle and varied.  Their soft luster is a wonderful addition to any natural colored gemstone jewelry collection,