March Birthstone Guide
AQUAMARINEview aquamarine jewellery
Faith, courage and friendship - aquamarine is the birthstone for March
Treasure of the sea
The word aquamarine means sea water and some legends consider aquamarine
to be the treasure of mermaids. Aquamarine has an element of mysticism
and magic. It is said that if you dream about it, you will meet new friends.
Mystical magic
A beautiful stone that sits perfectly in jewellery, whether it is a necklace,
ring or earrings, aquamarine is also said to have many
mystical characteristics. Reputedly soothing, particularly for married
couples to work out their differences, aquamarine also wards
off the devil.
The colour of the sea
The March birthstone, aquamarine, is always pastel blue,
although the darker the colour the more valuable
the stone.
Birthstones have characteristics or enhancement properties associated with them.
Here are some of these properties for aquamarine:
- Birthstone characteristics: understanding, happiness, faithfulness, courage, friendship
- Enhancements: aquamarine is said to enhance awareness and quick responses, easing communication problems