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Aquamarine-like beryl pendant

Beryl, Be₃Al₂Si₆O₁₈; the beads may be dyed or treated chalcedony/amazonite, so image-only identification is uncertain

AI-generated identification · may be incorrect

Pale blue-green, translucent, vitreous to waxy luster, hexagonal beryl structure, Mohs hardness 7.5–8, poor cleavage, specific gravity about 2.63–2.80. The pendant is polished and faceted with cloudy inclusions and fractures.

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At a glance

Common name: Aquamarine-like beryl pendant
Scientific name: Beryl, Be₃Al₂Si₆O₁₈; the beads may be dyed or treated chalcedony/amazonite, so image-only identification is uncertain
Category: gemstone
Identified: August 21, 2026
Method: Standard

AI Estimated Value

Approximately $15–$75 for a common assembled pendant; $100–$500+ if confirmed natural aquamarine with attractive color and good transparency.

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Physical properties

Formation & geological history

Beryl forms in miarolitic cavities of granite pegmatites and hydrothermal veins, generally during late Paleozoic–Mesozoic or younger intrusive events; aquamarine is colored by iron. Common sources include Brazil, Pakistan, Afghanistan, Madagascar, Nigeria, and Russia.

Uses & applications

Used as a jewelry gemstone and ornamental pendant; beryl varieties are also commercially important as a source of beryllium. Beads are commonly made from lower-grade or imitation material.

Geological facts

The pendant’s very pale, cloudy appearance and irregular fractures make high-grade aquamarine unlikely; chalcedony, fluorite, or treated quartz are plausible alternatives.

Field identification & locations

Check hardness, refractive index, specific gravity, and magnification for hexagonal growth or inclusions; a gemological test is needed for certainty. Avoid assuming the bead material matches the pendant.