mineral
Aquamarine
Beryl (Be3Al2(SiO3)6)
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness of 7.5 to 8 on the Mohs scale, blue to greenish-blue color, vitreous luster, hexagonal crystal system, and distinct specific gravity around 2.68 to 2.74.
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Physical properties
Hardness of 7.5 to 8 on the Mohs scale, blue to greenish-blue color, vitreous luster, hexagonal crystal system, and distinct specific gravity around 2.68 to 2.74.
Formation & geological history
Forms mainly in pegmatites and metamorphic rocks through hydrothermal processes involving beryllium-rich fluids cooling under high pressure.
Uses & applications
Widely used as a precious gemstone in fine jewelry, collector mineral specimens, and sometimes for ornamental carvings.
Geological facts
Aquamarine gets its name from the Latin word for seawater and was historically carried by sailors as a talisman for safe voyages.
Field identification & locations
Identified by its distinctive blue-green hue and hexagonal prismatic crystal habit, commonly found in countries like Brazil, Madagascar, and Pakistan.
