Properties
Mineral group: Beryl
Chemistry: Be3Al2Si6O18
Color: Various grades blue or blue green
Crystal system: Hexagonal
Mohs Scale hardness: 7.5-8
Refractive index: 1.577 - 1.583 (+/- .017)
Birefringence: 0.005 - .009
Specific gravity: 2.72 (+.18, - .05)
Other
After emerald the most welknown form of gemstone in the mineral group beryl. The world biggest Aquamarine ever found was found in Brazil 1910. Aquamarine is often heated to improve its color.
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Aquamarine in healing (Source: ChatGPT)
Aquamarine is a light blue crystal that is highly valued for its calming and clarifying properties in healing.
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