With its serene blue hues reminiscent of tropical ocean waters, Aquamarine stands as the captivating birthstone for individuals born in the month of March. In Latin terms, the word aqua translates to water, while marine refers to the sea. Beyond its aesthetic allure, aquamarine is deeply connected to various symbolic meanings, making it a meaningful choice for those celebrating their birthdays in March. In this journal, we explore its characteristics and the exquisite collection of aquamarine pieces on offer at Hogans Family Jewellers.
Typically aquamarine deposits are mined in Brazil, however, they have been known to come from areas located in Nigeria, Madagascar, Zambia, Pakistan, and Mozambique. Coming from the beryl family, this stone is known to be semi-precious and forms in large crystals, making it ideal for larger cut gemstones. With a rating of 7.5 to 8 on the Mohs scale of mineral hardness, aquamarine is softer than precious gemstones such as diamonds or sapphires and is typically reserved for dress pieces that are worn for special occasions. A versatile gem, cutters can cut them into almost any shape however it is most common to find emerald, round, or oval cut aquamarines.
At Hogans, our extraordinary collection of aquamarine jewellery is carefully curated to cater to a diverse range of preferences. From exquisite rings to timeless drop earrings, each piece in our aquamarine collection is a testament to the craftsmanship of our skilled jewellers and gemsetters.
1. 18K YG Cushion Cut Aquamarine Three Stone Ring: Crafted in 18k yellow gold, this three stone ring features a centre 2.65ct, and two side stones equaling 2.25ct cushion cut aquamarine stones, making for a showstopping dress ring.
2. 18K WG Emerald Cut Aquamarine Pendant: Crafted in 18k white gold, this pendant features a 0.56ct emerald cut aquamarine and a decorative halo of white diamonds suspended beneath a plain bale.
3. 18K RWG Oval Aquamarine & Diamond Cluster Ring: Crafted in 18k rose and white gold, this cluster style dress ring features a 4.59ct oval cut aquamarine with milgrain detail. Surrounding the centre stone is a halo of half moon and round brilliant cut white diamonds.
4. 18K WG Cushion Cut Aquamarine Halo Style Ring: Crafted in 18k white gold, this cushion cut 2.20ct aquamarine cluster ring is a gorgeous dress ring addition.
5. 9K WG Aquamarine Drop Earrings: Crafted in 9k white gold, these drop style earrings feature graduating pale blue-hued oval cut aquamarine gemstones suspended below a classic hook earring.
6. 18K RG Morganite Aquamarine Dress Ring: Crafted in 18k rose gold, this three stone style dress ring features an emerald cut morganite centre stone flanked by emerald cut aquamarines. To complete the piece, round brilliant cut diamonds have been set around each of the semi-precious gemstones.
At Hogans Family Jewellers, our commitment to quality craftsmanship and exquisite design is evident in our carefully curated collection of aquamarine jewellery. From earrings to dress rings, explore the alluring beauty of the March birthstone and our collection of meticulously crafted aquamarine pieces by visiting our online showroom.
