Natural specimen, illustrative.
Beryl · Mohs 7.5–8
Aquamarine
Blue to greenish-blue beryl. Iron contributes its sea-coloured appearance; clarity and colour vary naturally.
- Composition
- Be3Al2Si6O18
- Hardness
- 7.5–8 on the Mohs scale · scratch resistance, not toughness
- Birthstone
- March
- Care
- Clean gently with a soft cloth and mild soapy water; rinse briefly and dry. Avoid heat, chemicals, ultrasonic cleaning and hard impacts. Ask about treatments before cleaning.
- Paired with
- Aquarius · Pisces · Monkey years · Water element
- Symbolic
- Calm, Expression · Throat chakra. Design vocabulary, not a physical effect.
Pairs well with
Stones that share its meaning.
Amethyst
Quartz · Mohs 7
Calm · Evening ritual · Reflection
Pearl
Organic gem · Mohs 2.5–4.5
Calm · Connection
Sapphire
Corundum · Mohs 9
Expression · Reflection
Topaz
Topaz · Mohs 8
Expression · ConfidenceGem properties describe materials. Chakra and intention pairings are symbolic traditions and Mulu design choices, not measured energy or medical effects. Stones are not proven to treat disease or improve sleep.