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Monday, March 14, 2011

March and Aquamarine

Aquamarine

The name Aquamarine comes from Latin origin meaning "sea water," in reference to its color.  It is the birthstone of March.  It is stone of sailors, they believed it would be protection for them on water.

Folklore says the aquamarine will protect against gossip. It is also said the aquamarine will pick up spirits. This stone promotes playfulness, a sense of humor, and good spirits.  It has also been linked to the making of new friends as well as affection and love, hope and health. 

It is an excellent stone to use for meditating, as it brings a great peace and serenity. Some people can meditate on an Aquamarine to receive the wisdom to see truth, but this is a very advanced meditation.This stone is also highly regarded in the East as a seer stone. 

Aquamarine is associated with the Zodiac signs of Taurus, Pisces, Gemini, and Aries.  Aquamarine is also known to have healing powers for the throat and mouth area.  It is also associated with the thymus gland. Healers have also used it to help reduce fluid retention and to calm the nerves.