March Birthstone: Aquamarine

The birthstone for March is aquamarine. The name comes from Latin and means sea water. Aquamarine gemstone was believed to protect sailors, as well as to guarantee a safe voyage. The blue of aquamarine is said to allow the wearer to maintain a calm attitude. Aquamarine jewelry complements spring and summer light wardrobes. Aquamarine has more intense color in large stones and the intensity varies from greenish blue to blue-green.