The Romans called it the sailor's gem. They believed it came from a mermaid's treasure chest.

Product Highlights:

• The Stone: Aquamarine is a variety of beryl, placing it in the same mineral family as emerald. Its blue color comes from trace iron inside the crystal structure. The name is Latin: aqua marina, meaning water of the sea. Each faceted bead shifts between pale blue and deep ocean colors depending on the angle and the light. It is set between ornate sterling silver disc spacers and finished with a sterling silver clasp. Aquamarine scores a 7.5 to 8 on the Mohs hardness scale. This makes it one of the harder gemstones and perfectly suited for daily wear.
• History: Aquamarine has been prized for over 4,000 years. The Egyptians placed aquamarine beads in tombs and believed the stone was a gift from the sea gods. Ancient Greek sailors wore aquamarine talismans engraved with the sea god Poseidon on a chariot. Roman sailors carried it for protection against storms. Pliny the Elder documented aquamarine in his famous encyclopedia in 77 AD. He died two years later in the eruption of Mount Vesuvius. Roman doctors used the stone to treat stomach ailments. In medieval Europe, royalty believed aquamarine could purify water and neutralize poison. This made it highly sought-after during a time when court assassinations were common.
• The Belief: In modern crystal practice, aquamarine is a throat chakra stone, associated with calm, clarity, and honest communication. It is also considered one of the strongest stones for emotional balance and courage under pressure. For four thousand years, men have carried this stone for the same reason: not because it sparkles, but because it steadies.

Our pieces are made with natural gemstones; slight variations in color, size, and pattern may occur.