gemstone
Aquamarine
Beryl (Be3Al2Si6O18)
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness of 7.5 to 8 on the Mohs scale, pale blue to light greenish-blue color, vitreous luster, hexagonal crystal system, and specific gravity of 2.68 to 2.74.
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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, hexagonal crystal system, and specific gravity of 2.68 to 2.74.
Formation & geological history
Forms primarily within pegmatites and hydrothermal veins as magma cools slowly, often found in cavities associated with granitic rocks.
Uses & applications
Extensively used in fine jewelry, rings, necklaces, and as a prized specimen for mineral collectors.
Geological facts
Aquamarine is the pale blue variety of beryl, sharing its mineral family with emerald and morganite. The name derives from the Latin for seawater.
Field identification & locations
Easily identified by its distinctive light blue color and high hardness. Commonly sourced from Brazil, Madagascar, and Pakistan.
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