Gem Grade Aquamarine Crystal Specimen

USD $47.00

SKU: M2046

This Aquamarine crystal from Pakistan features gorgeous subtle aqua color with fantastic clarity and luster as well as an aesthetic natural flat termination!! This specimen is in excellent condition.

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Specimen Details
Weight 36.5 ct’s
Dimensions 1.3″ long (33 mm’s)
Country of Origin Pakistan

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Aquamarine Origins & Background

Aquamarine is the blue to blue-green variety of Beryl, prized for its clear, watery tones and calming visual presence. Its name is derived from the Latin aqua marina, meaning “water of the sea,” a reference to both its color and long-standing association with oceans and sailors.

Aquamarine has been valued for thousands of years and was historically carried as a protective talisman for sea travel. It has also been associated with clarity, calm communication, and emotional balance across many cultures.

Aquamarine forms as well-defined prismatic crystals, often with flat terminations that allow one to look directly down the crystal’s growth axis. Transparent crystals are particularly sought after, while more included material is often cut and polished.

Major sources of Aquamarine include Brazil, Pakistan, Afghanistan, Madagascar, Nigeria, and the United States.

Aquamarine Geological Information

Aquamarine is a variety of Beryl, a beryllium aluminum silicate with the chemical formula Be₃Al₂Si₆O₁₈. Its blue coloration is primarily caused by trace amounts of iron within the crystal structure.

Aquamarine commonly forms in granitic pegmatites and hydrothermal veins, where slow cooling allows large, well-formed crystals to develop. These environments often also produce other beryl varieties such as Emerald and Morganite.

Crystals typically grow as elongated hexagonal prisms with smooth faces and flat or slightly etched terminations. Transparency and color saturation vary depending on growth conditions and trace element concentration.

Common Geological Occurrences

  • Granitic pegmatites
  • Hydrothermal veins
  • Association with Quartz, Feldspar, and Mica

Physical Properties

Property Value
Mineral Species Beryl (Aquamarine variety)
Chemical Formula Be₃Al₂Si₆O₁₈
Crystal System Hexagonal
Hardness (Mohs Scale) 7.5 – 8
Luster Vitreous
Transparency Transparent to translucent
Fracture Conchoidal to uneven

Aquamarine Crystal Care & Ownership Advice

⚠️ Handling:
Aquamarine is durable, but sharp impacts may chip crystal edges or terminations.

☀️ Sunlight & Heat:
Generally stable, though prolonged intense heat may alter color in some specimens.

🧼 Cleaning:
Clean using lukewarm water and a soft cloth or brush. Avoid ultrasonic cleaners for included or fractured pieces.

📦 Storage & Display:
Store separately from harder stones that may scratch the surface. Aquamarine displays beautifully in natural or indirect light.

Aquamarine Metaphysical Properties

The energy of Aquamarine washes over one with a soothing, calming, and gently cleansing influence. It is often worked with to ease emotional tension, quiet mental noise, and restore a sense of flow and balance.

Aquamarine is strongly associated with water — not only symbolically, but energetically. Many people visualize its cool blue energy moving through the body like clear water, supporting purification and emotional release.

Gazing into the termination of a natural Aquamarine crystal is traditionally believed to help sharpen focus and calm the visual field. It is often placed on the throat or third eye during body layouts to support clarity, perception, and awareness.

Aquamarine is also associated with focus and mental clarity, helping one maintain attention without strain. Its energy encourages calm alertness rather than forced concentration.

When worn against the throat, Aquamarine is considered especially powerful. It supports calm, honest, and creative communication, helping one express thoughts and emotions with clarity and composure.

Practical & Everyday Uses

Aquamarine is well suited for situations requiring clear communication, public speaking, teaching, or emotional expression. Keeping it nearby during work or creative projects can help maintain steady focus and emotional ease.

Aquamarine Crystal Pairings & Synergy

Aquamarine pairs well with stones that support communication, clarity, and emotional balance.

It is often combined with
Clear Quartz
to amplify clarity,
Blue Lace Agate
for gentle communication,
and
Smoky Quartz
to ground emotional flow.

Aquamarine Cleansing & Charging — Safe Methods First

⚠️ Important:
Respect Aquamarine’s clarity and surface polish.

Water safety:
Aquamarine is generally water-safe for gentle rinsing. Avoid prolonged soaking.

Recommended crystal-safe methods:

  • Sound: singing bowls, bells.
  • Moonlight: gentle overnight exposure.
  • Intention / meditation: visualization or breathwork.
  • Selenite plate: dry cleansing option.

If unsure:
choose sound or intention-based cleansing.