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Aquamarine Necklace
March birthstone · faceted
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- 14K gold-filled, available in gold only
- Box chain in 45 cm (17.7 in) or 40 cm (15.7 in)
- Stone set in a narrow bezel
- Water-resistant, aquamarine has a Mohs hardness of 7.5 to 8
- March birthstone
Handmade in Germany
Genuine aquamarine
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Genuine aquamarine
Lumière: very good
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Aquamarine: A Beryl the Color of the Sea
Aquamarine is a gemstone from the beryl mineral group, chemically a silicate of beryllium and aluminum with the formula Be3Al2Si6O18. It owes its blue color to traces of iron in the crystal. Emerald is a beryl too, but its green comes from chromium or vanadium. For this aquamarine necklace, the stone is cut into a faceted rectangle: many small, angled surfaces catch the light and send it back in a sparkle. A hardness of 7.5 to 8 on the Mohs scale makes aquamarine a stone that is well suited to everyday wear.
Material and Craftsmanship
The aquamarine necklace is available in gold only, with the setting and chain made of 14K gold-filled. With this material, a substantial layer of 14 karat gold is permanently bonded to a base metal. It holds up to daily wear much longer than thin gold plating and keeps its warm shine. A slim bezel surrounds the stone and protects its edges. The pendant hangs from a box chain by an elongated bail, and the chain's tiny square links lie flat against your neck. In my studio in Oberhausen, I assemble each aquamarine necklace by hand and check how the stone sits. When you order, you choose between 45 cm (17.7 in) and 40 cm (15.7 in).
Meaning of Aquamarine
The name comes from the Latin aqua marina, meaning seawater. According to tradition, sailors wore aquamarine as a talisman that was meant to calm the waves and bring them home safely. Today, it is the birthstone for March. That makes an aquamarine necklace a personal gift for anyone with a birthday that month.
Caring for Your Aquamarine Necklace
Your aquamarine necklace is water-resistant, because both the stone and 14K gold-filled handle water well. So you can keep it on in the shower. Over time, though, chlorine, salt water, and perfume can dull the shine of the gold and the facets. So take the necklace off before swimming, and put on your perfume before you put on the necklace.
For cleaning, all you need is lukewarm water with a little mild soap and a soft brush. Then pat the stone and chain dry. It's best to protect the aquamarine from hard knocks, because its edges can chip, and high heat isn't good for it either. Store the necklace apart from other jewelry so the hard stone doesn't scratch softer pieces.
The beryl family
Aquamarine and emerald are both beryls. Traces of iron give aquamarine its blue color.
Seawater
The name goes back to the Latin aqua marina, meaning seawater.
March birthstone
In the birthstone calendar it stands for March, and sailors once saw it as a good luck charm.
Translated, its name simply means seawater. By tradition, sailors carried aquamarine as a talisman for calm waves and a safe return home, and today it is the birthstone for March.
Genuine aquamarine with a faceted rectangular cut
- 14K gold-filled, available in gold only
- Box chain in 45 cm (17.7 in) or 40 cm (15.7 in)
- Stone set in a narrow bezel
- Water-resistant, aquamarine has a Mohs hardness of 7.5 to 8
- March birthstone
The Lumière Factor is my transparent assessment of each stone's play of light. Each stone is rated in 4 categories of 0 to 25 points each.
How the rating works
- Transparency · How clearly does light pass through the stone? Haziness, inclusions, clouds. (max. 25)
- Color Depth · Saturation and vibrancy, dull versus bright, cool versus warm. (max. 25)
- Surface Integrity · Natural shape without chips, intact edges. (max. 25)
- Liveliness · Sparkle and movement in daylight and candlelight. (max. 25)
0–60
Basic
61–75
Good
76–89
Very good
90–100
Exceptional
This necklace
Very good
Transparency
22 / 25
Clear, transparent stone that lets light pass through brightly
Color Depth
18 / 25
Light, fresh sea blue
Surface Integrity
22 / 25
Clean facets and intact edges, securely set
Liveliness
21 / 25
Facets that reflect light with every movement
Total
83 / 100
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- Handmade for you in 2 to 3 working days, then shipped with DHL and tracking
- Carefully packed in the Handmade Art gift box
- USA €35, rest of the world €10 shipping
At 45 cm (17.7 in), the aquamarine falls just below the collarbone, which looks lovely with a V-neck or an open blouse. The 40 cm (15.7 in) length keeps the aquamarine closer to your neck, so it also shows above a crew neckline and pairs nicely with a second, longer necklace. If you're unsure, measure with a piece of string around your neck.
Yes, the necklace has a real aquamarine, which is a beryl, not a glass or plastic replica. It reaches 7.5 to 8 on the Mohs hardness scale, which makes it much harder than glass, so it keeps its crisp facet edges for a long time.
Yes. Aquamarine is a hard gemstone and can handle water, and so can 14K gold-filled. After swimming in chlorinated water or salt water, rinse the necklace with clean water and dry it with a soft cloth.
Yes, both belong to the beryl mineral group. The difference comes from tiny traces of other elements: iron makes aquamarine blue, while chromium or vanadium make emerald green. Aquamarine is usually the clearer and less delicate of the two.
For someone with a March birthday, it's spot on, because aquamarine is the birthstone for that month. With its sea-blue stone, it will also delight anyone who loves the water. The necklace comes in the Handmade Art by Carola gift box.
The Difference
Gold-Filled vs. Gold-Plated
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Our Choice
14k Gold-Filled
Standard Jewelry
Gold-Plated
Gold layer
Up to 15% of total weight
Ultra-thin layer
Durability
Lasts many years with good care
Often wears off within months
Tarnishing
Rarely tarnishes
Discolours quickly
Wear
Keeps its new look
Flakes and wears off
Skin tolerance
Gentle on the skin
Can irritate the skin
Value
High quality and long-lasting
Cheaper, but less durable
Durability
Top
14k Gold-Filled
Lasts many years with good care
Gold-Plated
Often wears off within months
Tarnishing
Top
14k Gold-Filled
Rarely tarnishes
Gold-Plated
Discolours quickly
Wear
Top
14k Gold-Filled
Keeps its new look
Gold-Plated
Flakes and wears off
Skin tolerance
Top
14k Gold-Filled
Gentle on the skin
Gold-Plated
Can irritate the skin
Value
Top
14k Gold-Filled
High quality and long-lasting
Gold-Plated
Cheaper, but less durable
Origin of the stones
Gemstones with a clear conscience.
Every stone has a journey and I want that journey to be fair and transparent.
Carefully selected
Handcrafted
Long-lasting
Durable
Origin · Aquamarine
Handmade in Germany
In my studio in Oberhausen, I assemble every necklace by hand and check that each aquamarine sits securely.
Carola
Founder · Designer
The woman behind Handmade Art
Hi, I'm Carola.
I am a biomedical scientist by profession and an artist by profession. In my studio in Oberhausen, I make each necklace by hand, stone by stone, bead by bead.
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Manufacturer Handmade Art by Carola · Carola Schade · Biefangstraße 1, 46149 Oberhausen, Germany · hello@by-carola.com
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