Properties of aquamarine stone and its benefits for humans - we study this stone from all sides

History and origin

A gift from the ruler of the deep sea, Poseidon, aquamarine was taken with them by sailors in Rome and Greece for protection from storms. Ancient craftsmen carved stone figures of mythical characters, rulers and gods.

Aquamarine

The mineral, reminiscent of a warm tropical sea or cloudless sky, is accompanied by legends:

• The first stone was discovered by sailors who pulled out a treasure chest belonging to a mermaid. The hostess was not angry, but became their patroness.
• The stone is associated with the planet Neptune and the month of March, when the sky resembles pastel.

It is present in the tiara of Pope Julius ll, the 30-centimeter scepter with aquamarine of the ruler of the Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth Stanislav is kept in the Armory Chamber of the Moscow Kremlin. This stone was appreciated by the great Faberge: in one of the Easter eggs, a stone plate imitates the surface of the sea. The artifact was commissioned by Emperor Alexander lll.

Queen Elizabeth II of Great Britain owns an aquamarine parure (that is, a set of jewelry with a stone). A 200-gram Indian stone adorns the British crown.

The name of the gem was invented by the sage of Ancient Rome Pliny the Elder: aqua marina translated from Latin - sea water.

The most valuable specimens were considered to be the color of greenish-transparent water. The peak of popularity of the mineral occurred in the Art Deco era (early 20th century). Jewelers softened the icy transparency and laconic severity with diamonds, rubies, sapphires, emeralds or black onyx. Gems are found in pegmatites, which are part of coarse-grained granites.

Combination with other stones

But compatibility with other minerals is not always good. Aquamarine is a stone of the element of Water. It only works in tandem with representatives of the same group:

• pearl;
• coral;
• opal;
• topaz and others.

Aquamarine will conflict with fiery minerals. Energetically, they destroy each other, so combination with ruby, garnet, heliodor, etc. is contraindicated. It is also not recommended to combine water and air minerals (quartz, amethyst, citrine, for example) in one piece of jewelry.

Physicochemical characteristics

Aquamarine is a jewelry variety of beryl. The main characteristic is the color from blue to greenish. Iron creates green stones, brown stones are obtained if there are many cavities and they are filled with liquid.

Natural crystal is a hexagonal prism or columnar specimens.

Unique properties of aquamarine:

• unusually large crystals;
• combination of hardness, fragility and lightness;
• bicolor, which appears when the viewing angle changes.

The color of specimens from different deposits is not the same.

Place of extraction

The world's number one supplier is Brazil. Most aquamarine deposits are concentrated in the states of Minas Gerais, Bahia, and Espirito Santo. Giant specimens are found here, the largest of which was discovered at the beginning of the 20th century. From a 105 kg block they obtained 220 thousand carats of jewelry material. Before this, the “Jaketo” gem (18 kg, 30 thousand carats) was found.

In 1917, blue sapphire stones were discovered. They called aquamarines maxis - in honor of the mine. But the bright sun destroyed the color: the crystals turned yellow and red.

Russia has large deposits of aquamarine in the Urals and Transbaikalia. The first specimens were found here in the 17th century. Notable examples: Transbaikal stone weighing 82 kg, specimens up to 20 cm from the Ilmen Mountains, Altai 15 x 60 cm.

Aquamarine is mined in Madagascar, Sri Lanka, Australia, USA, Ukraine, and India. Africa is rich in raw materials (South Africa, Kenya, Tanzania, Mozambique).

Aquamarine in history

Thanks to its “sea” color, the inhabitants of Ancient Hellas considered blue beryl to be the soul of the water element. According to the beliefs of that time, the wearer enjoyed the patronage of the god Poseidon. A person under the influence of the stone was not susceptible to seasickness, had the ability to tame raging waves and could hope to return from the most distant sea journeys.

On the other side of the world, in Ancient China, aquamarine was valued primarily for its extraordinary transparency. Minerals slightly colored blue or green were successfully used in the production of lenses along with rock crystal. Optical instruments (glasses, magnifying glasses) with an aquamarine-colored lens were recommended for use in eye diseases.

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It was believed that constantly wearing the stone made the owner more receptive, allowing him to better sense what was hidden from ordinary vision. The tradition of wearing blue crystals in rings later spread to medieval Europe, where aquamarine became a desirable talisman for occultists and magicians. Wearing it supposedly could give or enhance clairvoyance abilities and protect against deception by people and demons. But at the same time, the mineral demanded honesty from the owner himself: aquamarine could lose its transparent blue color on the hand of a liar and a vicious person.

As a symbol of power over the sea, a large crystal (920 carats) adorned the crown of the leading maritime power - Britain, back in the 17th century. Despite the centuries that have passed since the Royal Navy was truly a powerful force in Europe, the aquamarine remains that symbol today.

Varieties and colors

Experts have classified the following aquamarine colors:

• blue - Transbaikal, Ural;

  
  Blue aquamarine

• green - South Ural;

  
  Green aquamarine

• blue - from South America.

  
  Blue aquamarine

There are specimens with asterism or a “cat’s eye” effect. Maxis aquamarine has become a world-famous variety of stone.

Medicinal properties

With its color alone, aquamarine gives optimism and hope for recovery. Shamans and healers use it almost everywhere.

The properties of any aquamarine stone make it a powerful natural biostimulator. It is better to wear it on the body, closer to the areas being healed.

Areas of “responsibility” of aquamarine:

• joints, veins (helps with arthritis, as a preventive measure for varicose veins) - bracelet;
• allergies (eliminates itching, hives, eczema);
• eyes - earrings;
• breathing (treats ARVI, cough, nasal congestion) - pendant;
• thyroid gland - beads;
• spasms - decoration on the solar plexus;
• heart - green stone;
• skin (relieves itching, relieves rashes) - ring.

The mineral normalizes the body’s water balance, mental state, strengthens the immune system, removes waste and toxins, soothes headaches, heals the stomach and liver. Helps get rid of addiction to drugs, alcohol or tobacco.

Aquamarine beads
To sleep soundly and peacefully, you can contemplate the pebble for 15–20 minutes before going to bed or take a bath. For a bath, immerse the gem in hot water for half an hour, then add hot water, take out the stone, and enjoy for 15 minutes. The whole body will become healthier.

Impact on humans

Aquamarine is considered an indicator of the owner’s mood. One of the legends associated with it says that when a person is happy in his soul and the weather is sunny, the stone shines light blue. But if the owner is sad, yearning, or there is bad weather outside, the mineral takes on a green color.

Aquamarine can also become cloudy and lose color if a person is in danger or someone is trying to deceive him.

Now people have already guessed that color change is a natural physical property of the stone. However, magicians and esotericists consider this mineral to be the best for uplifting mood. It relieves melancholy and sadness and restores the joy of life.

Aquamarine has powerful magical energy and is able to share it with the owner. It develops a person’s extrasensory abilities and the ability to foresee a situation. Strengthens intuition, “opens” the eyes, allows you to see more and learn in advance. If you need to calculate the situation, understand how this or that action will turn out for you, aquamarine is perfect.

Aquamarine develops not only supernatural, but also creative abilities. Helps you unlock your potential, gain inspiration and new ideas. It will prevent you from falling into a crisis, just like pomegranate, the properties of which I talked about a little earlier.

By the way, blue stone is ideal for fortune telling on water. To get clues, he is immersed in a container of water, enters a meditative state and peers into the mineral. Over time, images and scenarios will begin to appear in your mind in which you can find answers.

The blue mineral has other beneficial properties for humans:

• helps get rid of addiction (amulets and rosaries);
• makes you resilient both physically and spiritually;
• increases self-esteem, makes a person more confident in himself and his abilities;
• eliminates laziness, giving energy to get things done;
• quickly calms down before stressful situations.

The stone relieves fears, phobias, and anxieties. Neutralizes destructive programs in the mind, which reduces the number of troubles and accidents. It also removes negative attitudes, making the owner happier.

Light blue varieties are great for philosophers and those involved in science. They remove unnecessary thoughts, clear the mind and provide the opportunity to think for a long time and look for a solution to the problem.

Magic properties

Magical properties of natural aquamarine:

• helps to recognize lies (clouding of the stone means that they are trying to deceive the owner);
• harmonizes emotions, neutralizes phobias, this is a godsend for shy or reserved people, teenagers;
• The stone has special significance for a woman: it strengthens relationships with a man, protects the family hearth, even if people have opposing interests; eliminates disharmony in the sexual sphere;
• this is a symbol of friendship and fidelity: a ring or other little thing with a stone is given to the person leaving so that feelings do not cool down;
• resolves conflicts, so lawyers wear an aquamarine ring to court hearings;
• protects against storms, relieves hydrophobia or seasickness, helps learn to swim;
• The stone is suitable for meditation or awakening paranormal abilities.

The main meaning of the stone in amulets or talismans is to protect the owner from extremes in behavior or decision-making.

Aquamarine will teach you to see the essence of things and believe in yourself.

• If a person intends to lie to someone, it is better for him to refuse the product with the stone, otherwise nothing will work out.
• Aquamarine with the silhouette of a frog or lizard will make even a pathological lazy person hardworking.
• If you point the crystal to the north and contemplate it closely, you can see a guardian angel.

Aquamarine bracelet
To protect against external negativity such as the evil eye or damage, greenish aquamarine is better suited. But you can't wear it all the time. The more transparent and paler the stone, the safer it is. He will also cut off unnecessary or tiresome connections.

The colors of natural aquamarine change according to the weather or the mood of the owner:

• sunny weather and the same mood of the owner - a clear blue mineral;
• before bad weather or when a person is nervous, the stone turns green;
• if the owner has grief or great sadness, it becomes cloudy.

The sorcerers of the Middle Ages believed that the magic of the stone could protect the owner from poisons. It was worn by “big” people as amulets.

AREAS OF APPLICATION OF THE MINERAL

Aquamarine is a valuable and aesthetically attractive stone, which is why it is widely used in jewelry.

• Not only beads, necklaces, pendants, earrings, rings, but also entire sets are made from blue beryl.
• Most often, jewelers use stones of several carats for their products. The cut can vary from oval or round beads to crystals with many facets.
• Aquamarine stones are used not only in women's, but also in men's products, where they look no less harmonious.
• The price of mineral products varies depending on the quality, size and transparency of the stone, as well as the metal used for framing. There are both fairly budget jewelry and very expensive ones.
• In addition to jewelry, particularly outstanding gems can be found in private collections and museum exhibits.

Mines in Siberia

The healing properties of aquamarine

Since ancient times, people have revered the azure gem as one of the most powerful healers. Talismans and amulets with it were used by healers and healers of many nations.

• Aquamarine is a stone of the sea; it not only protects sailors from misfortunes, but also cures seasickness and helps cope with fears of the water element.
• Aquamarine helps cope with respiratory diseases and colds. A pendant or beads with a gem should be worn for sore throat, cough, runny nose and ARVI.
• Blue beryl helps restore thyroid function and normalizes hormonal levels.
• Aquamarine is believed to help cope with eye diseases and improve vision. To do this, apply jewelry with a mineral or a raw crystal to your eyes for 20-30 minutes a day.
• If you constantly wear a product with aquamarine, you can get rid of allergies, skin diseases and dermatitis. In addition, such decoration helps to cope with nervous tension, cures depression and stress.
• Even in ancient Rome, it was believed that blue beryl helped cure diseases of the gastrointestinal tract, kidneys and liver, and effectively increased immunity.
• The mineral also helps cope with migraines, headaches, and insomnia. For a restful and healthy sleep, 15-20 minutes of relaxing contemplation of the stone is enough.

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Magic properties

Blue beryl is considered a talisman for travelers and sailors; it helps to find the right path, discover new lands, and find hidden treasures. An amulet with a gem protects the traveler from troubles and misfortunes.

Aquamarine is called an indicator of feelings. It is believed that the stone senses the mood of the owner and changes color depending on the emotions he experiences:

• blue - happiness and joy;
• greenish tint - anger and irritation;
• becomes cloudy - the owner is feeling sad or someone nearby is telling a lie.

Aquamarine is a peacemaker stone, an excellent assistant in resolving conflicts and disputes, and helps to find a compromise in a difficult situation.

Aquamarine - peace-giving stone

A talisman with a mineral will help protect against the evil eye, damage and other negative energies directed at the owner. Forms a reliable protective barrier against negativity.

The properties of the azure gem are often used by psychics and yogis: it helps to concentrate during meditation.

The stone is also considered a good helper in restoring harmony in the family. It helps restore peace and tranquility, uniting people with different interests and characters.

In the Middle Ages, aquamarine was considered a stone of love, family well-being and fidelity. It was believed that if lovers give each other a blue gem before parting, their feelings will not cool down.

In addition, the mineral helps strengthen oratorical and diplomatic abilities, reveals the gift of persuasion and eloquence.

An amulet or jewelry with blue beryl will be a wonderful gift for a teacher, diplomat, lawyer, or writer.

Authentication

Who is suitable according to their zodiac sign?

Aquamarine has unique properties, fits absolutely all zodiac signs according to the horoscope and has no negative influences. Blue beryl has a particularly strong connection with the water element, therefore it is most favored by such constellations as Pisces, Cancer and Scorpio.

• For Pisces, jewelry with a mineral is a way to enhance good qualities and self-confidence. It helps you calm down in difficult situations and make the right decision.
• For Aquarius, aquamarine is a talisman of good luck and success. In addition, the mineral helps people born under this sign refrain from rash actions and irrational financial expenses.
• For Scorpios, such decoration will bring the desired harmony, control sudden changes in moods and help calm down.
• For Aries, the stone will patronize matters of the heart, bring harmony to family relationships and contribute to the emergence of strong feelings.
• The mineral will save Taurus from depression and apathy, revive the taste for life, and improve health.
• For Gemini, jewelry with aquamarine will help get rid of uncertainty and complexes, and teach them to better perceive the world around them.
• For Cancers, the gem will relieve anxiety, uncertainty and excessive caution.
• For Leos, the crystal brings new creative ideas and opportunities, helps to restrain excessive impulsiveness and take into account the opinions of others.
• For Virgo, the mineral allows you to become softer and relieves you of excessive self-criticism and obsession.
• For suspicious Libra, jewelry with a crystal will bring balance and help you make the right decision. Moreover, for an air sign it is a talisman of good luck.
• For Sagittarius, the gem is an assistant in family and personal life. It harmonizes relationships and relieves representatives of the constellation from unnecessary fussiness.
• For a sensible and business-minded Capricorn, the talisman will help you become softer and more soulful, and find an optimal balance between work and personal life.

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Who is suitable according to their zodiac sign?

Astrologers agree that this is the stone of Scorpio. Suitable for Aquarius horoscope (will help on the love front). It will save Gemini from internal torment, and protect Libra from danger. Pisces will learn to say “no” at least sometimes.

Aquamarine makes a person of any zodiac sign tell the truth. The gem is ruled by the Moon, which is why its second name is “aquamarine moonstone”.

(“+++” – fits perfectly, “+” – can be worn, “-” – is strictly contraindicated)

Where is it used?

Aquamarine is a second level gemstone. Its area of ​​application is jewelry making and decorative and applied arts.

Jewelry

The gem is wear-resistant and is used to make a full range of jewelry in different price segments. Looks best in a brooch or pendant. It is processed in steps or with wedges (if it is a rectangle or oval), but more often with an emerald cut.

Aquamarine products in precious settings are seen in the collections of first-line fashion brands: Elie Saab, Gucci, Emilio Pucci, Nina Ricci - and simpler brands. Any jewelry with it is the embodiment of grace, sophistication and taste.

Bracelet with aquamarine

The color range from soft blue to greenish or dark blue allows you to combine the stone with a white, yellow or other frame. Jewelry is suitable for girls and mature ladies. Men's assortment - rings, cufflinks, tie clips in muted tones. Precious sea stones look perfect on blue-eyed beauties and macho men.

Decor

Marine-themed souvenirs, figurines, and vases are made from aquamarine. Fish, dolphins, and other sea creatures look elegant and cute.

Once upon a time, lenses for glasses were made from a light variety of the mineral. Today, such exotic items are made to order. More often, cut stones are used for premium-segment eyeglass frames, clutches or handbags.

Price

The price of aquamarine depends on the density of color, size and composition: $11–100 per gram of rough stone and from $10 per carat of cut stone.

Intense blue large crystals are popular in jewelry production. A pure 10-carat specimen costs $2,500 (approximately 150,000 in rubles), that is, $250 per carat. Collectible pieces are even more expensive. Sometimes blue aquamarine is obtained by calcining light-colored specimens.

Aquamarine cushion cut

Cut blue stones larger than three carats are valued. Cracks or inclusions reduce the cost by 60–70%.

For aquamarine, size is taken into account, not weight: the density of the stones is different. They increase the cost of inclusion in the form of chrysanthemums, snowflakes, and stars.

STRUCTURE

Aquamarine belongs to the hexagonal system of the dihexanal-bipyramidal symmetry class. Aquamarine's structure consists of [Si6O18] rings connected through Be and Al atoms. The rings form columns elongated along the sixth-order axis. Columns of [Si6O18] rings are connected by beryllium-oxygen tetrahedra and aluminum-oxygen octahedra. The channels can accommodate water molecules, cesium and sodium ions.

Aquamarine crystals are often characterized by their regular shape. Their size varies greatly. Usually the crystal habit is prismatic. Figures of growth and dissolution are often observed on the faces of crystals. When dissolved, spear-shaped crystals sometimes form. Aquamarine also occurs in the form of parallel, sheaf-shaped, radial and columnar aggregates. In addition to the gas-liquid inclusions characteristic of all beryls, often located in thin channels, white solid inclusions called “chrysanthemums” and “snow marks”, layers of small crystals, and thin needle-shaped inclusions are sometimes observed in aquamarines. The color of aquamarines is due to the isomorphic inclusion of Fe2+ and Fe3+ ions in the structure of beryl.

How to spot a fake

Synthetic aquamarine exists, but its production process is expensive and not in demand on the market. It is easier to grow an artificial blue spinel crystal. Instead of aquamarine, they offer colored glass or other natural gems.

The sample can be easily verified for authenticity, taking into account the description and characteristics of natural aquamarine:

• the color is bright blue or greenish-blue, sometimes with a yellowish tint;
• structure without bubbles, dark inclusions or adhesions, needle-like rain effect, whitish snowflake inclusions, stars, chrysanthemums are welcome; size does not affect the transparency of aquamarine: large specimens are clear;
• property of pleochroism: when turned at an angle, a natural stone changes shade;
• in the hands the natural mineral heats up slowly, rapid heating means glass or plastic.

Aquamarine looks like the light sapphire, spinel or topaz with which it is confused.

Aquamarine can be distinguished from these crystals by heating the sample to 410–500 °C. The aquamarine will turn deep blue.

Flat-cut aquamarine exhibits a silvery sheen at an angle, reminiscent of a chrysanthemum. Irradiated pink or colorless beryl can become sapphire or dark blue. But this method can only be checked in a laboratory.

Using stone in magic

The magical properties of aquamarine have been known to mankind since ancient times. Our ancestors were sure that the stone was capable of changing its shade depending on the state of mind of the owner. If a person is not worried about anything and is not in any danger, the mineral on his body will be transparent blue. When there is anxiety, excitement or a bad mood, the gem turns greenish-blue. Cloudiness or darkening of the stone was considered a bad sign, warning a person that a conspiracy was being prepared against him.

Magic connects aquamarine with friendship. A person wearing this stone as an amulet will always meet faithful, devoted and selfless friends in life. The gem will protect him from envy, betrayal and injustice, teach him to understand people and improve relationships with others. Aquamarine will give courage to an indecisive person and help him achieve his goals.

The magical properties of the stone allow it to be used as an indicator of lies. Sorcerers believe that the gem will definitely change its shade if someone deceives its owner. Those who want to protect themselves from the evil eye or damage should pay attention to its color when choosing a mineral: aquamarine in green tones is the most powerful amulet against the influence of dark forces.

Who is the mineral suitable for as an amulet? Magicians advise choosing it for people whose work is related to water (sailors, swimmers, etc.). The gem will help representatives of these professions achieve success in their careers and become respected persons in society. The magic stone is also ideal for those who are constantly surrounded by a large number of friends. For such people, the gem will give truly faithful friends who will not turn away even in the most difficult moments of life.

How to wear and care

Aquamarine is hard but very fragile. In order for it to remain beautiful, healing and magical, you need to be careful.

Rosary with aquamarine

Rules of care

Caring for aquamarine is simple:

• Store jewelry in a tightly closed box, away from the sun; separately from other jewelry so that the gem does not get scratched.
• Clean with a soft brush in warm water and soap. Dry with a soft cloth.

To enhance the magical properties of the stone, it must be washed regularly with running water. The energy negative neutralizes salt: cover the decoration or stone with it for a day (infrequently), after which it is thoroughly rinsed.

How to wear jewelry

Aquamarine is aesthetically pleasing in gold and silver, but a silver setting enhances the healing properties of the mineral.

In bright sunshine, the stone quickly becomes cloudy, opaque, and earthy-brown, which is why aquamarine jewelry is not worn on the beach or a summer walk. Artificial lighting is harmless.

• Wearing a talisman or amulet for a long time provokes unmotivated melancholy. This is signaled by a change in the shade of the stone. If it turns green, it is better to send the jewelry to rest in the box. The lighter the stone, the longer you can wear it.
• Aquamarine jewelry goes well with light, light clothing.
• The ring is worn on the index finger to climb the career ladder faster. A ring on the ring finger will strengthen family relationships.
• Jewelry often contains a diamond. Together, this gemstone and aquamarine are said to symbolize eternity.

Ring with aquamarine
To prevent the stones from cracking or scratching, jewelry should be worn carefully. Especially rings, bracelets, rings and cufflinks.

Aquamarine talismans and amulets

It is believed that aquamarine is the talisman of watermen. Whether you work in the sea or river fleet, buy some decorations and keep them at your workplace or in your cabin!

An amulet made of blue stones is the first assistant in quitting smoking. Less, but blue stone also helps in the fight against alcohol abuse. Also, such amulets support creative and research activities. A stone, mentally tuned to good luck in solving complex scientific problems, helps to find the most rational way to solve the mysteries of nature.