The modern March birthstone is Aquamarine. Its name is derived from Latin, meaning ‘water and sea’. It is also the birthstone for the Zodiac sign of Scorpio.
Aquamarine is a member of the beryl family and ranges in color from almost colorless to blue-green or teal. The most prized color is a deep-blue aqua color.
Folklore, Legend, and Healing Properties
Since early times, Aquamarine is believed to endow the wearer with foresight, courage, and happiness. It is said to increase intelligence and make one youthful.
As a healing stone, it is said to be effective as a treatment for anxiety.
In the Middle Ages people believed that aquamarine would reduce the effect of poisons.
One legend says that sailors wore aquamarine gemstones to keep them safe and prevent seasickness.
Gift-Giving Events
A March Birthday is a wonderful time to give someone you love a pair of 14k gold Aquamarine earrings, or gold ring.
Aquamarine 14k gold child's earrings
Aquamarine is suggested as the gem to give on the 16th and 19th wedding anniversaries.
KidsGoldJewelrySource.com hosts a beautiful collection of genuine Aquamarine Earrings and rings for children.
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