gems: March Birth Stone - Aquamarine
- 03/01/09 02:09 PM
Facts About Aquamarine: Aquamarine is light blue, blue-green and dark blue. The color is determined by the amount of iron. Top quality Aquamarine is transparent. It has a hardness of 7.5. Aquamarine will fade if it is stored in the sun. Aquamarine is often heat treated and commonly irradiated. Aquamarine is mined around the world. It is primarily found in Brazil, India, Nigeria, Pakistan, Russia and USA (Colorado, Maine, North Carolina, and Vermont). For the 16th and 19th year of marriage, Aquamarine is the anniversary gemstone. It is traditional to present Aquamarine to new brides to help them be faithful … (11 comments)
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