The Meaning of the March Birthstone

03.30.2020

Those born in March are blessed with the serene and majestic aquamarine as their birthstone. A gemstone symbolizing beauty and faithfulness, the lovely aquamarine makes a delightful gift for a March birthday!

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THE HISTORY BEHIND THE AQUAMARINE

The seawater color of the aquamarine is how this gemstone got its name, as it is derived from the Latin word for seawater. It is a valued gem of ancient lineage. In the 19th century, sea green varieties of the stone were the most popular, but today, the bluer the color the more valuable the stone. This gemstone is mined in Brazil; however, it can also be found in Pakistan, Nigeria, Zambia, and Madagascar. In 1910, the largest aquamarine was found in Brazil, weighing 243 pounds! It grows in expansive crystals making it a magnificent gemstone for cutting and polishing bigger carats for bold statement pieces.

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A SYMBOL OF BEAUTY

The beautiful, glimmering aquamarine stone is a symbol of protection and courage. Gift your loved one with a necklace that will protect them on the daily with the names of their loved ones with the Vertical Bar Necklace and the Engraved Two Heart Necklace. Both pieces can be customized with the names of two loved ones as well as their birthstones. This is a great gift for a partner to give to their wife as it is a symbol that no matter where she goes, she will carry her dearest next to her heart.

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THE MEANING BEHIND THE MARCH BIRTHSTONE

The beautiful tranquil sea color of this stone is believed to keep you calm and peaceful, as its colors cool down hot tempers. It is also known to protect sailors and mariners to ensure a safe voyage. In medieval times, many believed that the act of wearing of carrying aquamarine was an antidote to poisoning. The Romans also believed that if the figure or a frog were carved on an aquamarine, it served to reconcile enemies and make them friends. Another Roman legend stated that the stone could still stir love between two people. In Medieval ties, the stone was thought to reawaken the love of married couples.

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A TREASURE OF MERMAIDS

As the aquamarine embodies all things connected to the sea, in ancient lore it was believed to be a treasure of the mermaids as well as a talisman of good luck amongst sailors. Today, it protects all who travel by, over, or near water and opens channels of heartfelt communication. For the mothers born in March, give a gift from the heart with our Engraved Mom Birthstone Necklace as well as the Mom Birthstone Necklace. Both lovely heart shaped pieces can be engraved with the names of mom’s loved ones as well as theirs and her birthstones!

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Written byTally Moran

A twenty-something-year-old, style-obsessed, food loving, social media animal with an endless love affair for fashion and lifestyle themes. Tally is a copywriter and the voice behind the My Name Necklace Blog.