Aquamarine Jewellery: The Gem of Calm Seas and Clear Skies

The Gem of the Sea

Aquamarine takes its name from the Latin for "water of the sea" — and one look at this serene, blue-green gem explains why. Its colour ranges from the palest sky blue to a rich teal, evoking the clearest tropical waters and the calmest skies. At Corelune Jewellery, aquamarine is one of our most beloved gemstones — tranquil, elegant, and endlessly wearable.

What Is Aquamarine?

Aquamarine is a variety of beryl — the same mineral family as emerald, though aquamarine is generally much cleaner and more transparent than its green counterpart. Its blue-green colour comes from traces of iron within the crystal structure. Pure blue aquamarines are considered finest, though many people love the blue-green and teal varieties for their distinctive colour.

Santa Maria Aquamarine

The most prized aquamarines come from the Santa Maria de Itabira mine in Brazil, and the term "Santa Maria" is now used by gem dealers worldwide to denote an intensely saturated, pure blue aquamarine of the finest quality. Santa Maria colour aquamarines from Mozambique are also highly regarded.

Aquamarine Quality Factors

Colour is the primary quality factor — the finest aquamarines display a rich, pure, medium-dark blue with excellent saturation and no grey modifiers. Clarity is secondary — aquamarine commonly occurs with very high clarity, and eye-clean stones are the norm rather than the exception. Large, high-quality aquamarines are available at relatively accessible price points compared to other precious gems of similar quality.

The Mythology of Aquamarine

Aquamarine has been the sailor's stone for millennia — sailors carried it as a talisman against storms and drowning. It is associated with courage, communication, and clarity. It is the March birthstone and the traditional gift for a 19th wedding anniversary.

Aquamarine in Jewellery

Aquamarine's large size and exceptional clarity make it particularly beautiful in large statement rings, chandelier earrings, and pendant necklaces. It looks equally beautiful in white gold or platinum settings and in yellow gold, which enhances the warm undertones of blue-green aquamarines.

Explore our aquamarine jewellery at Corelune Jewellery and bring the calm of the sea to your collection.