Aquamarine comes from the Latin aqua marinus, which translates to “water of the sea,” and refers to its sparkling ocean-like color. We can thank the iron oxides within the chemical makeup of this stone for its beautiful bluish green color.
In ancient lore, Aquamarine was believed to be the treasure of mermaids, and was used by sailors as a talisman of good luck, fearlessness and protection.
Oooh, mermaid jewelry alert!!
Look at these gorgeous beauties!! Of course, these were made with an aqua aura crystal, but I for one count them as mermaid jewelry.
Moving on from modern to traditional let me introduce you to Bloodstone. I know, the name sounds odd, but this is a gorgeous stone!
In the ancient world, Bloodstone (Heliotrope) was considered to be the most beautiful of the Jaspers, a deep, earthy green gem emboldened with spots of bright red. Bloodstone was treasured not only as a talisman of good health and long life but was reputed to bring its owner respect, good fortune, riches, and fame.
Now let’s take a look at an alternative birthstone derived from your birth sign.
March is the month of Pisces and Aries. We learned last month the stone for Pisces is Amethyst and the stone for Aries is….wait for it…
Diamond AND Sapphire!!
I know, you’re probably thinking I have lost my mind, but I kid you not…that makes a total of four choices for March… but I say why choose just one? Did you know that both Diamonds and Sapphires come in a variety of colors? Check out these beautiful Sapphire gems
Now when it comes to colored diamonds, it is estimated that a diamond has only a 1 in 10,000 chance of possessing any natural color, regardless of the spectral hue, which makes any fancy colored diamond a true natural wonder.
Happy Birthday to all of you March babies! Tell me, which of these amazing gems would you choose?
