With March well under way, here are some interesting facts about Aquamarine,
Aquamarine, the birthstone of march, is a type of the mineral beryl and is a blueish gemstone. It gets this blue hue from iron or Fe2+ ions. The bluer the stone, the more valuable it is. Madagascar is where many of the bluest aquamarines are found.
Aquamarine, which comes from the Latin term for of the sea, is linked to the sea because of its blue-green hues, aquamarine has been believed to protect sailors and to guarantee a safe voyage. It is also considered to be a symbol of youth, happiness, and hope.
