March - Aquamarine

Aquamarine gets its name because of its seawater color, hues of light to intense blues. The coloring agent for this semi-precious stone is iron. It is closely related to the gem emerald. Aquamarine in its light blue arouses feelings of sympathy, trust, harmony and friendship. During the Middle Ages, it was thought that aquamarine could magically overcome the effects of poison. Ancient sailors traveled with aquamarine crystals, believing that they would ensure a safe voyage, and guarantee a safe return. In the United States, aquamarine can be found in Wyoming and central Colorado. It can also be found in large quantities in Brazil, Colombia, Zambia, Madagascar, Tanzania and Kenya.