Beryl (variety: Aquamarine)

As the name suggests, aquamarine exhibits the colors of the sea. The delicate hues come from traces of iron (mainly Fe+2). Heating removes aquamarines' green tones, leaving a pure blue color. Brazil is the major source of the gem aquamarine.

Group: Silicates
Image Number: MSA 176
Catalog Number: 14795000
Mary Morris