Aquamarine Crystal / Stone Meaning, Properties & Benefits

Physical Properties of Aquamarine Stone / Crystal
Chemical Formula:	Be3Al2SiO6
Chemical Composition:	Beryllium aluminum silicate
Crystal System:	Hexagonal
Lustre:	Vitreous
Transparency:	Transparent to translucent
Colour:	mixture of both blue and green
Streak:	White
Hardness:	7.5 - 8.0 on Mohs Scale
Tenacity:	Brittle
Cleavage:	3,1 - basal
Fracture:	Uneven to conchoidal
Density:	2.68 - 2.74
Refractive Index:	1.57 - 1.58

Properties of Aquamarine Stone / Crystal

Aquamarine stones are beautiful crystals that aid courage and clear communication. The name is derived from Latin which means 'water of the sea'. Brazil is the largest supplier of Aquamarine crystals and they are also found in many other parts of the world. The colour of the stones is a mixture of both blue and green, however, pale blue stones are commonly seen to be sold and they are used as heart and throat chakra stones.

Aquamarine Stone Healing Properties

Aquamarine stones help in bringing positive changes into people's lives. Their metal physical properties help you to move on in life and leave all the emotional issues that may have been holding you back. It assists you in reducing your stress and helps to channel your anger into something positive. Since the stone grants courage it makes you able to handle grief and assists you in the process of self healing. Healing qualities of Aquamarine stones are very superior and surrounds you with positive energy. The power of Aquamarine crystals reduces swollen glands and brings relief to chronic throat problems.

Aquamarine Special Properties, Uses & Benefits

Aquamarine stones are used for removing hindrances to communication and for promoting creative self-expressions. These stones are used while meditating to experience total relaxation of mind and body. This stone can be worn as a pendant or earrings because the green within Aquamarine stones make them a stone for the heart and throat chakra. Its vibration gives you courage, calms your emotions and aids you to live a better life.

Varieties of Aquamarine

Beryl

Aquamarine Found in Countries / Locations of World

Aquamarine gemstones / crystals are found in some of the countries of world are: Afghanistan, Argentina, Australia, Austria, Bolivia, Brazil, Bulgaria, Canada, China, Czech Republic, Finland, France, Germany, India, Italy, Japan, Kazakhstan, Kenya, Madagascar, Malawi, Mexico, Mongolia, Mozambique, Myanmar, Namibia, Nepal, Nigeria, Norway, Pakistan, Poland, Portugal, Russia, Somaliland, South Korea, Spain, Sri Lanka, Switzerland, Tajikistan, Tanzania, UK, Ukraine, USA, Vietnam, Zambia, Zimbabwe/