Aquamar(CH)ine

March is the month of the spring equinox in the northern hemisphere. It feels fitting that Aquamarine, a stone known for its resemblance to ocean water, is the birthstone for the month that welcomes warmer weather. 

Aquamarine Valley Ring

Aquamarines can fluctuate in shades from deep blue to (obviously) aqua. Prices for aquamarines can vary drastically due to the fact that naturally occurring deep blue stones are very rare; while yellow beryl stones can easily be transformed into blue aquamarines; lowering the cost. And just like our February birthstone, Amethyst; Aquamarines are found here in the states of Maine and North Carolina, while Russia, Brazil and India are the largest providers of international Aquamarines.

Asymmetrical Aquamarine & Diamond Earrings

This gorgeous stone was coined by the Romans who believed they washed ashore from the jewel chests owned by the daughters of the river god Achelous. Sailors have great faith in Aquamarines and to this day still use them as protection against the perils and dangers often encountered at sea. While on land Roman citizens thought the stones possessed medicinal and healing powers to cure ailments of the stomach, liver, jaws and throat. During the Middle Ages they were used as an antidote against poison and then many years later in Germany, Aquamarines were fashioned into eyeglasses to correct nearsightedness.

While you won't find eyeglasses on our website, you can find all Danielle Miller Aquamarine jewelry here.