Outstanding Perfectly Terminated Aquamarine On Mica From Nagar Valley Pakistan Collectors Piece

Outstanding Perfectly Terminated Aquamarine On Mica From Nagar Valley Pakistan Collectors Piece
(Stand Included)

Weight 0.160kg
Size 4cm by 6.2cm
Thickness 5.5cm

Aquamarine is the soft pale blue variety of the Beryl family of gemstones, which also includes Morganite, Goshenite, Yellow Beryl and Emerald. One of the most popular blue gemstones, Aquamarine is steeped in myth and legend. Known as the gem of the sea, even the name ‘Aquamarine’ comes from the Latin ‘aqua’ for ‘water’ and ‘marina’ for ‘of the sea’. Aquamarine can have wonderful clarity, meaning that it dazzles with a bright, energetic sparkle.

Aquamarine is a real favourite of many gem collectors. In a world that’s becoming more and more polluted, Aquamarine offers us a breath of fresh air, a reminder of the purity and beauty of untainted nature. Aquamarine’s characteristic pale blue colour is created by the presence of iron.

Aquamarine has long been associated with relaxation and with being soothing and protective. The stone is thought to keep us connected to the water, the origin of all life on the planet. As well as being associated with courage, faithfulness and friendship, it has been said to protect one from the negative influences of gossip and also increase one's wisdom and happiness. It is also associated with the zodiac sign of Scorpio and the planet Neptune.

Mica, which is essentially a compound of silicate minerals, is comprised of closely related materials that have perfect basal cleavage. They are monoclinic with a tendency of pseudohexagonal crystals, having similar chemical composition. They belong to the category of principal rock-forming minerals and are found in various categories like sedimentary, igneous, and metamorphic.