Aquamarine

Roman sailors believed that aquamarine had magical properties that could protect them from dangers at sea, such as storms and sea monsters. By tossing aquamarine overboard, they hoped to ensure safe and smooth sailing on their voyages.

An aquamarine cabochon is a gemstone that has been polished but not faceted, giving it a smooth, rounded top. Aquamarine typically refers to the raw mineral or cut gemstone in its natural crystal form with facets and cuts for jewelry. Both are made from the same mineral, but cabochons have a different appearance and are often used in different types of jewelry designs compared to faceted aquamarine.

The melting point of aquamarine is approximately 1,541 degrees Celsius or 2,816 degrees Fahrenheit.

Aquamarine is a blue to greenish-blue variety of the mineral beryl. It is known for its soothing and calming energy, often associated with the sea and tranquility. Aquamarine is also the birthstone for March and is believed to bring good luck to sailors.

In general, aquamarines are more expensive than white sapphires due to their rarity and popularity in jewelry. Aquamarines are a type of beryl gemstone prized for their beautiful blue hues, while white sapphires are colorless sapphires that are more accessible in terms of availability and affordability.

Emma Roberts portrays the character Claire in the film "Aquamarine."

Yes, aquamarine gemstones typically have a vitreous luster, giving them a shiny appearance. It is prized for its clarity and beautiful blue-green color.

As of now, there are no official announcements about a sequel to the movie "Aquamarine." It is possible that a sequel could be made in the future, but nothing has been confirmed yet.

Milky aquamarine is a naturally occurring aquamarine that is translucent to opaque, rather than being transparent or allowing light to pass through completely. Although a completely transparent aquamarine is more valuable, milky aquamarine can be very nice. Its colors are generally the same as aquamarine, with the appearance that milk was added.

The value of a 40 carat uncut aquamarine can vary greatly depending on its clarity, color, and overall quality. Generally, uncut gemstones are valued lower than cut and polished stones. On average, a 40 carat uncut aquamarine may be valued between $500 to $1500 per carat, but prices can fluctuate significantly.

I am not a gemologist, but I have bought loose stones all over the world. Aquamarine and Topaz are actually two different types of gems, but their hues can overlap. Aquamarine is less refractive than Topaz and if you have a loop and can compare the two stones side by side, you may be able to discern the difference. The Topaz will produce doublet lines (kind of like you are seeing double) where the aquamarine will not. The only way to really tell is to have the gem tested on a hardness scale. Aquamarine is in the 7-7.5 range where as Topaz will be a strong 8.

Deeper blue aquamarines are the most expensive but they are also the most counterfeited so be careful. Many jewelers will purposely or unknowingly sell topaz as Auqamarine as the aqua fetches higher prices. In the end, it makes little difference. Buy the color you like.

Aquamarine typically forms in pegmatite environments, which are coarse-grained igneous rocks found in granite deposits. These rocks contain high concentrations of elements like beryllium and aluminum that contribute to the formation of aquamarine crystals. Aquamarine is also commonly found in hydrothermal veins and alluvial deposits.

Aquamarine has been known and used as a gemstone for thousands of years, with ancient civilizations such as the Greeks and Romans valuing its beauty and believed properties. It was first documented and mined in ancient Egypt around 300-500 BC.

Aquamarine has been known since ancient times, with its name originating from the Latin words for seawater due to its color. The gemstone has been used in jewelry and decorative objects throughout history, with significant deposits found in countries like Brazil, Madagascar, and Nigeria.

The bike used in the movie "Aquamarine" is a red Vespa scooter.

Aquamarine itself is a gemstone and is a non-renewable resource as it is mined from the earth. Once it is extracted and used, it cannot be replaced or regenerated in a short timeframe like renewable resources.

No, an aquamarine with a density of 2.63 g/cm^3 would sink in water, as the density of water is 1 g/cm^3. Objects with a density greater than that of water will sink, while objects with a density less than that of water will float.

Aquamarine can be created in a lab using the hydrothermal method, which involves replicating the conditions under which natural aquamarine forms. These lab-created aquamarines exhibit similar properties to natural ones but are typically more affordable.

You can get an online appraisal at www.gemval.com if you have all of the information regarding cut, color, clarity and carat weight. I have 15 ct aquamarine that appraised for over $1200 on this site.

Aquamarine is the mineral Beryl with the chemical formula,
Beryllium Aluminum Silicate, Be3Al2(SiO3)6

Beryl can be found with a variety of impurities or trace elements.
Iron is responsible for the coloration or beryl known as aquamarine.
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There can be other trace elements such as Cr (Chromium), V (Vanadium), Mn (Manganese) and more.

the mineral aquamarine belongs to the beryl group

aquamarine is a real mineral but it varies beryl also.

Aquamarine in Japanese is said as アクアマリン (akua-marin).

The streak color of Aquamarine is colorless. And your welcome!! : )

Aquamarine and turquoise are similar in color, but they are not exactly the same. Aquamarine is a lighter shade of blue with green undertones, while turquoise is a slightly greener shade of blue with more vibrancy.

In the 2006 movie Aquamarine the name of the mermaids lover was Raymond. The character of Raymond was played by actor Jake McDorman and the character of Aquamarine was played by actress Sara Paxton.

The Density of an Amethyst Rock is 2.65 according to many sites.