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Aquamarine is a beryllium aluminum silicate. It is the blue to blue-green member of the beryl family, which includes Emerald, Golden Heliodor, Morganite and Goshenite. Aquamarine is found in pegmatite rock, often associated with quartz, microcline and Muscovite. Aquamarine means "sea water", and the stone has been believed to protect sailors and ships from misfortune at sea for centuries. It was also thought to bring clairvoyant ability and good health and memory to the wearer.

Aquamarine is used in fine and beautiful jewelry, the best quality stones coming from alluvial deposits in Brazil and the Ural Mountains. Beautiful specimens have been found in Pakistan. China, India, Madagascar and the U.S. Have produced desirable Aquamarines. Amelia County, Virginia has wonderful specimens. The old Dobbins Mica Prospect is still a source for rockbound and collector.

Metaphysical Properties: The cool blue shades of Aquamarine reduce stress and soothe emotions. It is a stone of peace and calmness, and may help the wearer achieve freedom from fears. It is a gem of joy and love, shields the aura, and helps align the Chakras. A gem associated with the element water and the moon, it is used for divination when placed in a bowl of water and gazed upon. A talismans for protection on journeys on or over water. A stone for world peace.