Aquamarine, the exquisite pale blue - light greenish birthstone of March belonging to the gemstone family of beryl’s. Another variety of this mineral composition is emerald. Aqua is normally free of inclusions and possesses a superior brilliance. Taking its name from the Latin word ‘aqua’ meaning water and ‘marina’ meaning ‘of the sea’. A tribute to its beautiful colour. It’s durability as one of the stronger stones makes it a gemstone that will stand the testof time. Gifted on a 19th wedding anniversary. Mohs scale of mineral hardness: 7.5 – 8