Aquamarine

Other names:

Beryl (blue)

Appearance:

Light-blue, blue or blue-green. Can be anything from transparent to opaque.

Common confusions......

Euclase, kyanite, zircon, tourmaline and topaz.

Esoteric beliefs and associations...

Associated with the planet Saturn, the direction of West, the month of March, the Goddess Mara, and with the God Neptune (Poseidon). Helps with patience, contentment and happiness.

Other useful information...

The name of Aquamarine comes from the Latin for 'sea water' because of its colour. Dark blue is the most desired colour, and large crystals are relatively common.

Physical properties...

Chemistry	Aluminium beryllium silicate
System/Structure	Hexagonal (long prisms)
Refractive Index	1.577 - 1.583
Specific Gravity	2.67 - 2.71
Mohs' Hardness	7.5 - 8.0