Birthstone Aquamarine

Meaning of aquamarine

The beautiful ocean blue aquamarine gets its name — yes, you guessed it — from water. The beautiful, foamy blue-green of the ocean is reflected in the lovely aquamarine. Some aquamarine stones are beautifully clear, while others are excitingly opaque, like the whitecaps on stormy seas.

Aquamarine pendant

Aquamarine is also known as the sailor's gem. In the past, when people traveled extensively on large ocean vessels, some sailors and travelers needed extra support. They certainly didn't want to get seasick or, worse, be ambushed. The beautiful aquamarine offered a solution. The blue gemstone was known to provide protection during long, stormy sea voyages. It helped against seasickness and also ensured a safe passage. Hence, this gemstone is also known as the 'sailor's gem'. It's highly likely that travelers and crew carried this stone as a talisman.

Do you also want a beautiful blue aquamarine? In the Kiliaan Jewelry collection, you will find various pieces of jewelry with this spiritual stone.