The word aquamarine comes from the Latin word aquamarina which meant the "water of the sea."
Given the incredibly beautiful and soothing blue-green color of the aquamarine, this name makes perfect sense.
For many centuries, aquamarine has been associated with tranquility and happiness.
However, it's also been believed to sharpen the intellect and cure laziness. Clearly, aquamarine's qualities are considered to be incredibly diverse. This pretty stone was also thought to instill courage and be lucky to sailors...
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