Collection: Aquamarine

Since ancient times, this stone has been considered the sailor's stone. Its intense blue color is reminiscent of water and the sea. Sailors used it as a talisman to combat seasickness, battle storms, and avoid illness.
It was also used as a seeing stone. Thanks to the color of its crystal, it was used to make the eyes of statues. It is said that people who looked into these eyes received the gift of clairvoyance.
Greek legends tell that aquamarine is actually the stone of the sirens and prevents sailors from succumbing to their songs. We have found traces of aquamarine amulets engraved with images of Poseidon, god of the sea, dolphins, and tridents.

The Greeks considered these engraved amulets to have greater powers to calm the anger of Poseidon and facilitate the return of ships.
At that time, aquamarine was reputed to attract luck and wealth.
The Romans made many pieces of jewelry with this stone. If they engraved a frog on an aquamarine, it brought reconciliation with their enemies.
The Chinese associate aquamarine with the goddess Guanyin. A great goddess who symbolizes pity, compassion, and love, she is also the protector of women and children. Legend has it that this stone helps the unfortunate and the sick.
Moreover, the Mayans honored Akna, the goddess of motherhood and childbirth, with aquamarines. And in Slavic mythology, aquamarine represents Kulapa, the goddess of herbs and magic.

In the Middle Ages, poisonings were common. Aquamarine was reputed to be a powerful antidote. Thus, many nobles owned this stone. They would immerse it in water for several hours. It is said that this water also cured eye and digestive problems.
During the medieval period, the art of divination emerged. Thus, people began to make crystal balls from aquamarine. This crystal was highly sought after for its clarity and transparency. However, it was also used for other forms of divination using an aquamarine suspended from a thread above a bowl filled with water with engraved letters. The diviner would ask a question, and the aquamarine crystal would indicate the letters of the answer from the afterlife.
It was traditionally said that aquamarine, worn as a necklace, brought happiness and joy to marriages. It even offered the possibility of rekindling the flame within the couple. Thus, aquamarine became the stone given for 23 years of marriage.
This stone represents the stone of the traveler like Saint Thomas who made many voyages by boat to evangelize the newly colonized lands.
Aquamarine comes from the Latin aqua marina which translates to “sea water”.

In lithotherapy, aquamarine is a stone that brings peace and strengthens budding love (making it a perfect engagement ring). It also strengthens the love of long-term couples. Thus, it promotes sincere relationships over long periods of time.

This stone, with its calming properties, helps the mind relax and promotes positive thoughts. This stone is an excellent stress reliever; it facilitates gentle communication and strengthens listening skills. Its vibrations reduce anxiety and provide peace, calm, and serenity.

Long used in the Middle Ages to make crystal balls, aquamarine represents clairvoyant and sensible minds. Wearing aquamarine helps to enhance intellect and memorization. It is said to be a great support for students, especially during exam time. Its communication skills aid in public speaking and combat stage fright. It is particularly indicated during oral exams.

It combats low self-confidence, brings clarity and inner peace. It is highly recommended for people who are anxious and stressed.
The color of aquamarine is associated with that of a calm sea, and it has become a stone of protection in maritime voyages. It is the stone of sailors, and navigators in general.