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Aquamarine Pendants

Birthstone-Basics- Aquamarine A perfect choice for yourself, or as a gift. Our aquamarine stud pendants feature sturdy cast basket settings and beautiful gems. Simply-Elegant-P- Aquamarine Do you prefer a more understated piece of jewelry, but don't want something too plain? We have the perfect choice for you! Browse our collection of elegant aquamarine pendants. Artistic-Expressions-P- Aquamarine Express yourself with these unique aquamarine pendants. Whether you like elaborate filligree designs, or bold contemporary style, these pendants are just right. Necklaces- Aquamarine An elegant aquamarine necklace make a beautiful gift for any occasion. With an 18 inch chain, and sturdy lobster claw clasp, these unique necklaces are sure to please. Whats-New- Aquamarine We add new aquamarine pendants to our line all the time. If you've visited us before, and want to see what's new, look here for the latest additions to our extensive selection. Pendant-Finder-Aquamarine So many ...

Aquamarine Earrings

Earring-Finder- Aquamarine So many choices, so little time... Find the aquamarine earring you're looking for with our earring finder. Search by price, gem shape, gem size and many other options to find exactly the earring you're looking for. Dangle-Earrings- Aquamarine Never more popular, dangly earrings are not just for diamonds anymore. Browse our selection of dangly and drop aquamarine earrings and make a fashion statement! Artistic-Earrings- Aquamarine Express yourself with these unique aquamarine earrings. Whether you like elaborate filligree designs, or bold contemporary style, these earrings are just right for you. Hoop-Earrings- Aquamarine Hoop earrings will never go out of style, but plain old gold hoops just don't stand out anymore. Select from unique aquamarine hoop and half-hoop earrings and be an original! Stud-Earrings- Aquamarine A perfect choice for yourself, or as a gift, our aquamarine stud earrings feature sturdy cast basket settings and beautiful spa...

AQUAMARINE JEWELRY

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So many choices, so little time... Find the aquamarine ring you're looking for with our ring finder. Search by price, gem shape, gem size and many other options to find exactly the ring you're looking for. A sparkling aquamarine goes beautifully with gems like opal, peridot, aquamarine, and more. Combine aquamarine with any gem to crea te your own special ring. An aquamarine engagement ring? Absolutely! Diamonds may be a girl's best friend, but an aquamarine engagement ring is a unique, original, and far more affordable choice. Searching for a special and different gift for yourself or for the man in your life? An aquamarine men's ring makes for a distinct and stylish statement about the man who wears...

Aquamarine Fukushima

Schools are the regular sites for children's education, and nowadays in Japan, all sorts of efforts are being made to foster children's academic ability and their "zest for life," through, for example, the introduction of a five-day school week, and the institution of a "comprehensive learning time." In local communities, adults' expectations of social educational facilities are continuing to grow. Nowadays people want social educational facilities not only to educate them but to enable them to use their leisure time to add meaning to their lives and to develop themselves spiritually and emotionally. In order to meet this kind of requirement, Aquamarine Fukushima is now fully equipped not only with the usual functions of aquariums, but also a system to provide classes and instruction, with teachers dispatched specially by the prefectural board of education. We have a Web page and provide information online; we have a system of volunteers; we disseminate...

AQUAMARINE, the blue variety of beryl

Aquamarine is the blue, or perhaps more correctly, blue-green or aqua variety of the mineral beryl. Other gemstone color varieties that belong to beryl include emerald , morganite , and heliodor . Other colors of beryl are simply referred to by their color, such as red beryl. Aquamarine is colored by trace amounts of iron that find their way into the crystal structure. Most gem aquamarines have been heat treated to produce the popular blue-green colors from less desirable yellow or pale stones. The leading producer of aquamarines is the country of Brazil, which has many mines. Pakistan, as well as many U.S. localities, produce wonderful specimens as well.

Favorite Blue Gemstones - Aquamarine

By Karen Lockridge Aquamarine is also one of our most popular and best-known gemstones. The color of aquamarine is almost entirely free of inclusions. The presence of Iron gives aquamarine its clear blue color, a color which ranges from an almost indiscernible pale blue to a strong sea-blue. The more intense the color of an aquamarine, the more value is put on it. The clear blue stone reflects the pure transparency and magnificent shine of this gemstone. For many centuries, it was believed to be a good luck charm for anyone who traveled the seas. When amulets made of this precious gem were worn, sailors believed that unmatched bravery would be instilled into their souls, giving them the power to overcome even the most powerful storm. Brazil, was previously the world's major supplier of aquamarine , however, African nations, such as Nigeria and Madagascar, provide a greater supply of this timeless gemstone, as well as Afghanistan and Pakistan. Its first documented use of Aquamarine...

Aquamarine Engagement Rings

By Julie Shields What better stone to choose for an engagement ring than one that represents optimism, wellbeing, and faithfulness? We are talking about the beautiful Aquamarine gemstone . Not only is this gemstone a great conversation starter, it also is the birthstone for the month of March. The name aquamarine has Latin origins, "aqua" meaning water and "mare" meaning sea. The aquamarine is aptly named because of the wide spectrum of blue colors that it comes in; from a pale blue to a deep sea blue-green. The deeper colors are more sought after, therefore more expensive. No matter what shade that you decide on for the stone for an engagement ring, the ring will is bound to be commented on. Most aquamarine stones have been heat-treated to enhance the blue coloring. This treatment has no effect on the quality or the hardness of the stone. The aquamarine rates a 7.5 on the hardness scale, making it a perfect choice for daily wear. The aquamarine is a virtually ...

Aquamarine - Gemstone Earring: One Small Way to Express Your Individuality

The people have specific color preferences while some people also like only specific stones, and are energized by being around them. Gemstone earrings exist so that people may be able to select their jewelry based on their own preferences, and customize their accessories according to their desires. Experts in psychic phenomena believe that each gemstone stands for something. Certain stones perform certain functions, or encourage a specific aspect of one's personality. For example, wearing garnet is said to help ease the pain of a bad breakup, or cause jealousy between lovers. Amethyst is said to protect its wearer against the ill effects of alcohol, slow down intoxication and prevent hangovers. Turquoise is said to give emotional strength. Jade has always had enormous importance in Asian civilization; it is said to have the mystical power to protect its wearer against nightmares and other psychic attacks. Diamond -- currently the hardest mineral known to man -- is said to stand ...

Aquamarine - Celtic Jewelry, A Lovely Gift For Almost Anyone!

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By Author Jewelry possesses an irresistible charm and appeal to men and women of all ethnicities. Created in all shapes and sizes, Celtic Jewelry makes a lovely gift for anyone that likes jewelry. Celtic knots add a particularly interesting flavor to any Celtic jewelry piece. The intricate designs create truly fashionable and timeless pieces. Celtic knots have come to be known as symbols that represent eternity, and some versions of the Celtic knot represent the holy trinity. Likewise, depending on the wearer, there are some Celtic knots that represent the maiden, mother, and crone aspect of the triple Goddess, and some people believe that the Celtic knot is a representation that symbolizes the power of reincarnation. Alternatively, some Celtic Jewelry is created with special jewels included in the piece. Each jewel represents a specific month of the year. For instance, January is represented with the garnet, February is represented with the amethyst, March by the aquamarine , April i...

Aquamarine > A-Z Healing Powers of Crystals

By: Jenny Lin Agate - helps to awaken your inherent talents, increases creativity and stimulates intellectual as well as analytical abilities. This stone gives you the confidence to be the best you can be in achieving success by instilling courage and dispelling fears in the wearer. Amber - Amber absorbs negative energies and transforms them into positive forces that stimulate the body to heal itself. It can also help counteract suicidal or depressive tendencies. Amethyst - has the power to calm the mind and emotions, creating a sense of peace . Amethyst also stimulates the intellectual and creative side of you. Amethysts are very powerful for people who suffer sleepless nights or for those with disturbing dreams and nightmares. Ametrine - is an extremely energetic quartz of courage and harmony that contains both Amethyst and Citrine . Ametrine expels prejudice, stimulates creativity, strengthens concentration, promotes optimism and aids thinking things through. Aquamarine - Th...

Aquamarine > Gemstones Diamond Or Yellow Sapphire

by Victor Epand Yellow sapphires are beautiful gems and price varies as with other gemstones according to color and clarity. A stone fairly free of internal flaws and of an attractive color and "saturation" (deepness) of that color will bring a higher price than a cloudy gem with a faded color. With colored gems of all sorts, it is difficult to specify a particular shade of color, yellow in your case. As you likely know, the stone blue topaz is available in several shades of blue. The shades and intensity of yellow in sapphires is also quite variable. The best thing to do when getting two or more stones is to ask the jeweler or other supplier to "Match The Stones." You might also want to see a sample of the color. Most vendors will send a jeweler a selection on "memo", meaning the goods are not invoiced or billed for a period of time. This method allows the customer to see the stones and accept or reject. Some jewelers will charge you shipping for thi...

Aquamarine – March's Gemstone Of Ocean Dreams

by: Sarah Stephens Aquamarine is a semi-precious gemstone frequently incorporated into some of the most modern, beautiful handmade jewelry in the world. It is most often found in shades of clear ocean blue, and is widely recognized as the March Birthstone and the gemstone for the 18th anniversary. But beyond its modern-day uses and associations, aquamarine holds a decadent mythological, spiritual and etymological history that adds nostalgic value to its already strong aesthetic worth. Read on for more information that will help you fall in love with your aquamarine jewelry – or inspire you to buy some today! The beautiful Aquamarine is semi-precious, a light greenish blue to a vibrant blue variety of the species beryl, which makes it a relative of the Emerald. The name Aquamarine is derived from Latin, meaning seawater. "Aqua" translates to water and "marina" translates to sea. This seems especially appropriate for aquamarine 's barely-there icy blue tones to...

Aquamarine > Tips on Taking Care of Your Cubic Zirconia Jewelery

By: michel123 When cubic zirconia is set in gold or sterling silver, it can be worn everyday without any damaging effects. Of course the exceptions are as follows. Make-up, face and body powder and lotions can also cause the shine of the cubic zirconia to dull. So remove your cubic zirconia jewelry before coming in contact with any of these products. Polish your cubic zirconia jewelry with a soft cotton towel or a chamois skin cloth in between cleanings. We all get business with various projects and responsibilities, so it is not uncommon for the cleaning of our jewelry to slip through the cracks. Have you caught yourself at the last minute of getting ready taking a couple of minutes to clean your jewelry before you put them on to go out for the evening? All jewelry requires regular cleaning and proper care to maintain their beauty. So, set aside one day a week, every two weeks, or every month to attend to the cleaning of all your jewelry. You will be amazed at the results, and yo...

A Guide To Popular Gemstones

By: Lee Dobbins Gemstones have been used as adornments in jewelry and other items since for centuries. In early times, only royalty could afford gems but today nearly everyone can have a bauble with a gemstone or two in it. Here's some information on seven gemstones favored by jewelry makers. Amethyst Amethyst is a type of quartz that comes in shades of purple. It is a highly accessible stone and used in all types of jewelry. This gemstone can vary greatly in quality and color and is the birthstone for the month of February. There are 14 different locations where Amethysts are abundantly found today. Aquamarine This light blue gemstone is the birthstone of March and is a favorite of jewelry designers today. It can range in shade from almost white to sky blue and can be rather expensive. This stone belongs to the beryl family of gemstones and is abundant in Brazil. Bloodstone The vivid red spots in this stone give it it's name, but the stone itself is really green jaspe...

Aquamarine > The Tiara Effect: Princess Accessory

Author: Andrew Regan n modern times tiaras are often seen at weddings, balls and other formal events; but at one time they were the preserve of royalty. Indeed, a tiara is a form of crown which has been worn throughout history by various kings, queens, and emperors around the world, from Persia to Pompeii. Most historians credit the Egyptians with creating the first tiaras, but since then they have featured in high society circles throughout history; Napoleon Bonaparte is said to have influenced the wearing of tiaras by making them a required accessory at all social functions during his reign, to ensure that others would take note of him and his family's affluence and nobility. At one time, a tiara could be made of leather or other fabric, but now, a tiara refers to a semi-circular metal band which is often decorated with jewels and worn by women as a decoration rather than a symbol of rank. Queen Elizabeth is famed for her love of tiaras, and is said to have the largest and most...

The Birthstone of March - Beautiful Aquamarine

By: Martin Mallett March Birthstone - Aquamarine It is more common for women to be aware of their birthstone then man, purely because women tend to wear more jewelry with their birthstone i t in. Even if you do know what your birthstone is it is still doubtful that you will know that the significance of your stone is. Aquamarine is also known for being the anniversary gem for the 19th year of matrimony. You can find the majority of this gemstone in Brazil, Nigeria, and Zambia. The name aquamarine is made by combining the Latin words water (aqua) and sea (mare). Aquamarine is clearly named for resembling the blue dark seawater. Aquamarine is made up of a blend of minerals that crystallize within the earths crust. Aquamarine can adjust is color from a blue-green to a light blue. For a while the stones that contained green were often heat-treated to get rid of the unsightly color. Generally aquamarine gemstones are faultless. It is said that if you dream of aquamarine that this...

Aquamarine - Safety at Sea

By: Nigel Makin The Aquamarine Gemstone is a variety of the mineral Beryl and is a beautiful pastel blue in colour. Aquamarine is the Birthstone for the month of March and is mined in Brazil, Madagascar, Mozambique Myanmar and Afghanistan; it is also available within the United States of America and is the official state Gemstone of Colorado. The Gemstone gets it's blue, sea green colouring from impurities of iron, and the host rock is pegmatite and coarse grained granite and their weathered material. In the nineteenth and early twentieth centuries, sea green was the preferred colour but now darker blues are much more desirable and command a higher price. Aquamarine is dichroic, which means the intensity of the colour changes depending on the angle it is viewed from, so the Gemstone is usually cut according to the best colour angle and not the biggest size. To intensify the gems blue colouring it is usually cut in either the step or Emerald cuts. Aquamarine also has a much bet...

Treasure Hunting For Aquamarine

By: David Cowley Not every buried treasure has been discovered. There still is a remarkable quantity of quality treasures still in Mother Earth, including the semi-precious stones to be found at Gem Mountain in North Carolina. One of the biggest draws to Gem Mountain is aquamarine treasure hunting. You find it – you keep it. It's as fun and as simple as that. Aquamarine is a transparent gemstone variety of beryl. It is closely related to the emerald and the most common color is a delicate blue or turquoise that will remind you of the sea. Other colors can vary from yellow to rosey pink. The more intense the color the more valuable it is and can fetch from $120 to $500 a carat. Rock hounding One of the more popular of hobbies for Americans and Europeans is called rock hounding, or treasure hunting. You can hunt for any kind of treasure from gold coins, artifacts or semi-precious stones. Although metal detectors are used in other aspects of treasure hunting, they won't b...

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