A jewel that seems to have captured a drop of the sea in the form of a crystal. This exclusive LAZZERINI-GEOJOIAS gem-jewel features a natural, hyaline Aquamarine (Beryl) crystal of EXTRA Gemological Grade (15.7 ct); enhanced by handcrafted wirework and an American-style necklace, with a sophisticated 18k Gold plating finish (0.5µ). Offering a luxurious and durable golden shine, perfect for those seeking sophistication with presence.

Brazil has been the world's leading source of gem-quality Aquamarine for over 100 years, the "Brazilian Bonanza." Its main geological origin is the Eastern Pegmatite Province of Brazil, which is over 500 million years old. This specimen comes from: Maranhãozinho Mine, Ponto do Marambaia, Caraí - Minas Gerais - Brazil.

Aquamarine is the blue to blue-green variety of the mineral Beryl (Be₃Al₂Si₆O₁₈), composed of aluminum and beryllium silicate. It belongs to the same mineral family as renowned gems such as Emerald, Morganite, Heliodor, and Goshenite. Its crystallization occurs in the hexagonal system. The typical coloration of Aquamarine results mainly from the presence of iron in its crystalline structure. It is this element that produces the range of shades between light blue, blue-green, and blue-green, with variations in intensity according to the composition and conditions of crystal formation. The more... Those with the purest, most balanced, and luminous blue are usually appreciated.

In this piece, the continuous deep blue color, transparency, and vitreous luster are the highlights — authentic, imposing, and rare to find with such harmonious beauty for jewelry.

Extra Gemological Grade (Beautiful deep blue color uniformly distributed, translucent to hyaline, matrix <10%).

Specimens of uncut (raw or "in natura") crystals, of pure blue color, transparent (intense clarity), with continuous vitreous luster and untreated; are quite rare.

Aquamarine forms mainly in granitic pegmatites and can also be associated with hydrothermal processes. Its growth occurs in favorable geological environments, in which fluids rich in rare elements circulate through fractures, cavities, and veins, allowing the development of prismatic crystals over extended periods of time. These processes are slow and complex, involving specific conditions of temperature, pressure, and chemical availability. Therefore, each crystal of Aquamarine carries a unique geological history.

Symbolism and traditions

It is also known by legendary names such as Mermaid Stone, Jewel of the Sea, Jewel of Atlantis, Gift of the Depths or of Neptune; references that echo its oceanic origin and ancient history. Ancient legends are surrounded by symbolic narratives linked to the sea, which describe it as a treasure of the mermaids or an amulet of sailors.

The symbolism of the aquamarine stone is linked to the transformation and rebirth of energies and the universe itself. It is popularly recognized by people from various civilizations, including Greeks, Romans, Egyptians and Hebrews; for its strong metaphysical properties and mystical healing powers.

In various cultures and Vedic astrological traditions, Aquamarine is known as "Beruj Stone," and is also a term frequently used as a brand name for traditional fashion and clothing. Where it is believed: associated with tranquility, serenity and collective harmony; enhances the power of self-expression, provides stability. financial, improves health conditions and ensures a stable marriage.

In various traditions, Aquamarine is associated with: well-being, tranquility, serenity, balance, calm, courage, strength, protection, renewal, harmony, promoting calmer communication, mental clarity and stress relief. These meanings belong to the cultural and traditional field, but help to explain why Aquamarine remains so admired to this day: its mineral beauty combines with a long heritage of imagination, affection and meaning.

Contemporary symbolic interpretations - Zodiac: Gemini, Pisces and Aries. Chakras: Heart/Thymus, Throat and Third Eye. Month: March.

Differentials

.Certified authenticity: comes with a certificate of origin and authenticity + inventory of researched information, LAZZERINI-GEOJOIAS standard.

Handcrafted design and production: wirework technique and taking advantage of natural crystalline forms – exclusive to LAZZERINI GEOJOIAS.

Each natural crystal has its own texture, tone and reflections. The uniqueness of the variations This is exactly what makes your gemstone unique.

Care: Despite its high hardness (resistant to scratches), chemical and environmental weathering resistance, and good maintenance of the polish, it is recommended to avoid strong impacts and falls (especially since it is a "natural" specimen with a large area of ​​free exposure).

Why you'll love it

Its vitreous and transparent appearance is an essential part of its allure. Aquamarine is often valued for its clarity, which allows for a purer visual perception of color and light. This clarity, in contrast to other varieties of beryl more frequently included, contributes to its elegance and popularity in jewelry.

A drop of the sea, now in geojewelry. Few gems dialogue as well with the concept of geojewelry as Aquamarine. Its prismatic crystals, its serene color, and its direct relationship with pegmatitic environments favor compositions that respect the mineral nature and, at the same time, reveal elegance and sophistication.

Instead of demanding total transformation, Aquamarine often invites preservation: natural prisms, matrix fragments, associations with quartz or feldspar, and handcrafted mountings can keep the original form of the crystal alive. In this approach, each piece becomes unique, as each crystal carries its own texture, tone, reflections, and structure. This uniqueness is precisely what makes the geojewelry unrepeatable.

In the Brazilian case, this application acquires even greater depth. Aquamarine geojewelry is not just an ornament: it can represent the encounter between geodiversity, mineral heritage, regional identity, and artisanal creation.

Aquamarine seems to hold within it a rare synthesis: the depth of geological time, the delicacy of the sea's color, and the human capacity to recognize beauty in natural matter. In its bluish transparency, there is something calm, ancient, and luminous—as if the crystal silently preserved a memory of the waters and rocks that originated it.

In Brazilian geojewelry, this gem finds one of its most expressive scenarios. It allows the union of territory, science, aesthetics, and sensitivity in unique pieces, in which nature is not hidden but celebrated. Aquamarine, therefore, ceases to be just a precious stone: it becomes a mineral narrative, identity, and art.

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