|
|
|
|
A Beryl.
Beryl means Gemstones, which has a striking and inconceivable wealth of colors. It belongs to Silicates Silica (Si O) and is firmly bonded together by layers of beryllium and alumina molecules between them. The coloring agent is Iron.Aquamarine means Seawater. It is the Gemstone of all Young People. The most valued colors are Sky Blue and Dark Blue. |
|
Almost all Aquamarine on the market has been heat treated to enhance its color. Care must be taken not to overheat the stones as they may become colorless. |
|
|
Aquamarine Properties
|
Chemical Composition
|
Density
|
Hardness
|
Origin
|
Refractive Index
|
|
Be3Al2Si6O18
|
2.65 - 2.75
|
7.50 - 8.00 Mohs
|
China
|
1.56 - 1.57
|
|
|
|
|
|
