Aquamarine Stone: Power, Meaning, History & Healing Properties

The ever tranquil and placid aquamarine inspires the serenity of its origin, an expanse of open water. From the Latin, “aqua” translates to water and “marine” to the sea. This gem was said to calm waves and keep sailors safe when away from land. The birthstone for March is also used for celebrating 19th wedding anniversaries. 

Just like emeralds, this gorgeous gemstone is a variation of a mineral called beryl. It grows in large six sided crystals that can be up to a foot in length which means it can be cut and polished into beautiful pieces. The larger the stone, the darker the colour usually is. Aquamarine is primarily mined in Brazil but has also been located in areas such as Madagascar, Nigeria, and Mozambique. 

Using Aquamarine in Interactions 

The clean, soothing, and calm aquamarine inspires trust in people, and increases truth and the spirit of release and letting go. Like it’s namesake, aquamarine opens a channel between communicators for clear and true communication. Aquamarine was once believed to be the treasure of mermaids and a stone of eternal youth and pleasure. It’s connection to the water makes it a talisman for anyone today who travels on water. Traditionally, clairvoyants believed aquamarine to be under the influence of the moon, and would use it when the moon was increasing as it strengthened the stone’s forecasting abilities.

Aquamarine’s Power in Self Work

Aquamarine’s connection goes beyond its relationship with the sea as it acts as a mirror reflecting the Heavens on its surface. It performs as a mirror, opening the opportunity to discover deeper and concealed meanings of authenticity. As a gemstone of balance, aquamarine is beneficial for meditation and revelation. It allows one to explore the deepest recesses of our souls, facing ourselves in unadorned truth. The calm energy of aquamarine can facilitate the unveiling of unhealthy emotional patterns that are hindering progress. Its cleansing properties provide a conduit for the release of emotional baggage and energies that resist change or fear the unknown.

Aquamarine is an incredible tool in work with children. It helps children who have experienced trauma and who act out with aggression. It helps cleanse the mind of past physical or emotional abuse. It heals panic attacks lingering from guilt, and disassociation from the emotional self allowing progress to be made in therapy.

Aquamarine as a Talisman

In addition to its influence over self thoughts, aquamarine can assist with anxiety over presentations. Connected with the throat chakra, this stone is incredibly useful for teachers and public speakers. It can relax a person until they reach a more deep and true consciousness and connects the speaker to their personal truths and wisdoms, boosting them to eloquent and clear conviction of speech. Moreover, the clarity allows one to face a difficult situation without the constraints of anger.

Since aquamarine is the stone of fresh starts, and are known as compasses and indicators, they are ideal talismans for explorers, scientists, travellers, hunters, and adventurers.

Aquamarine honors Kuan-Yin, Akna, and Kupala. These goddesses are regarded as protectors of women, motherhood, and children. Goddesses of mercy, love, and compassion. Aquamarine amplifies the universal force of life and energies of accomplishment. This makes it a stone of empowerment that aligns with the vitality of life, breaking down emotional numbness and enhancing your natural instincts.

Aquamarine for Physical Healing

Aquamarine is a stone of respiration, of breath and of the lungs. It is helpful in treating allergies, hay fever, sinus infections, colds, bronchitis, and coughing. As a cooling stone, it is effective against strep and sore throat and laryngitis. It supports soothing of eczema, psoriasis, hives, rosacea, and shingles. It connects the pituitary and thyroid glands which are responsible for the regulation of hormones.

Aquamarine in Your Home

Aquamarine makes use of the power of water; its purifying properties, strength and stillness. The element is one of renewal and revival. Use aquamarine in any space you wish to use for meditation, reflection, or prayer. Aquamarine helps us find what we are seeking, defend our values, and point us in the right direction. 

It is little wonder that with all the incredible properties associated with this beautiful tone, that it is linked to March and the start of spring, the greatest time of rebirth and reawakening in the calendar. 

Aquamarine is on sale for 25% off this month for online purchases at IguanaBeads.com. Use code MARCHSTONE at checkout on our website. 

Contact us to find out more about how Aquamarine or other stones can enhance and support your emotional health and well being. We would love to assist you!