gemstone
Aquamarine
Beryl (Be3Al2(SiO3)6)
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness of 7.5 to 8 on the Mohs scale, pale blue to light greenish-blue color, vitreous luster, and hexagonal crystal system.
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Physical properties
Hardness of 7.5 to 8 on the Mohs scale, pale blue to light greenish-blue color, vitreous luster, and hexagonal crystal system.
Formation & geological history
Forms within pegmatites and hydrothermal veins through cooling magma fluids rich in beryllium, often found in granitic rocks.
Uses & applications
Extensively used in fine jewelry, rings, and pendants, and appreciated by mineral collectors.
Geological facts
Aquamarine is the blue variety of beryl and derives its name from the Latin words for water and sea.
Field identification & locations
Identified by its distinct hexagonal prisms and pale blue color, commonly sourced from Brazil, Pakistan, and Madagascar.
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