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Aquamarine
Named after seawater, aquamarine's fresh watery hue is a cool plunge into a refreshing pool.
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The Stories Behind the Photos: A Gigantic Aquamarine and ‘Gaudy’ Nature
Gemological photojournalist Robert Weldon shares the stories behind some of his favorite photos.
Color Characteristics of Blue to Yellow Beryl from Multiple Origins
Discusses the features of alkali elements and their influence on the color of blue to yellow beryl.
Green-Blue Maxixe-Type Beryl
A transparent greenish blue pear-shaped gemstone, reportedly from Madagascar, is discovered to be a Maxixe-type beryl.
Aquamarine from Pakistan
A gemological investigation of the aquamarine that has emerged from northern Pakistan in recent years.
Michael Dyber’s Innovative Gem Carving
Michael Dyber discusses his approach to gem carving.
Mysterious Iridescence in Aquamarine
A rough aquamarine crystal shows an unexpected phenomenon.
Aquamarine from a New Primary Deposit in Mexico
Examination of aquamarine samples from a new primary deposit in San Luis Potosí, northern Mexico.
How to Photograph Gems & Jewelry
Learn tips and tricks for taking great photos of gems and jewelry, even from your mobile device’s high-resolution camera.
Exceptional Red Spinels and Fine Aquamarine
Beautifully cut spinel and aquamarine was among the finds at Tucson’s GJX show.
Aquamarine with Unusually Strong Dichroism
This aquamarine's most striking feature was its unusually strong dichroism, displaying very deep blue and pale bluish green colors.
Summer 2012 Gem News International
A compilation of gem news from around the world, covering topics such as localities, unusual gem materials, market news, new products, discoveries, jewelry manufacturing techniques, and industry trends.
