Natural aquamarine in matrix 1,23kg

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  • Name
    • aquamarine
  • Group
    • cyclo-silicates
  • Composition
    • Be3Al2Si6O18 Fe
  • Color
    • opaque pale blue
  • sistema cristalino
    • Hexagonal
  • Form
    • Hexagonal prismatic
  • Hardness
    • 7,5 8
  • Density
    • 2,68-2.72 g/cm3
  • Fracture
    • concoidea
  • Glow
    • vitreous
  • Raya
    • White
  • Transparency
    • opaque
  • Origin
    • Pakistán Shigar Valley
  • Price
    • 1000€ - 5000€

Characteristics

Blue gem from the beryl group with very intense greenish and bluish colors.

This specimen is used to make jewelry, thanks to its clear and crystalline tones that attract attention. Its natural beauty makes it one of the most sought-after pieces by both jewelers and collectors. They are the most difficult to find and one of the most valued in the world.

In Latin, "Aqua Mare" symbolizes the blue of the oceans. In the past they believed that they were frozen drops of seawater.Jewel of mermaids, talisman of sailors.

Symbology: In ancient times, sailors found a chest full of blue stones at the bottom of the sea. Since then, legend says that the power of mermaids protects sailors from possible shipwreck and sea nymphs warn of this danger. through a gem that honors its name "Aquamarine" today.

It is located in countries such as Brazil, Russia, Afghanistan, Madagascar, Kenya, Mozambique, Nigeria, Pakistan, Zambia...

Large aquamarine crystal formed on a beautiful base of mica crystals, it has a side etched by water over the years. Rare multiple hexagonal finish.

1,23Kg 12 x 12,5 x 9,5 cm

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