Aquamarine Gemstone is the green-blue to blue variety of the mineral Beryl. It is known to be large in size & well-formed, making it particularly valuable.

Explore aquamarine history, research, quality factors, and more in the GIA Gem Encyclopedia.

Aquamarine crystals are known to be large in size and relatively clean and well-formed, making them particularly valuable to collectors of mineral specimens. Learn More About Aquamarine …

2013年3月1日 · As its namesake suggests, the cool blue hues of March’s captivating gemstone, aquamarine, are reminiscent of a tranquil sea. Learn more about this beautiful gemstone.

Aquamarine and bloodstone, March’s two birthstones, are very different when it comes to appearance, but they share a similar reputation for protecting one’s well-being. The …

The gem’s most valuable color is a dark blue to slightly greenish blue with moderately strong intensity. In general, the purer and more intense the blue color, the more valuable the stone. …

Aquamarine is 7.5 to 8 on the Mohs scale, so it is a durable gemstone for jewelry as long as it is treated with care to protect it against scratching and hard knocks.

Why does aquamarine cost so much more than blue topaz that's almost the same color? Why don't the aquamarine side stones in my ring match the center stone? Are origins like “Santa …

GIA’s Gem Encyclopedia is a virtual journey through the science and lore of gemstones from across the globe. Each precious stone page features additional detailed gemological …

Aquamarine is a variety of the mineral beryl that can be blue or greenish-blue. It can grow as a beautiful six-sided crystal. These crystals can be tiny or very large. Some are even up to 100 …