48 carats Natural Loose Aquamarine Gemstones Deal - Blue- Emerald Cut, Princes Cut

This is very nice parcel of Natural Aquamarine Loose Stones of multiple sizes and shapes. The color is great. The stones are slightly included 

Details of Products:

• Variety: Natural Aquamarine (Beryl)
• Type: Natural Gemstone
• Carat Weight: 48.20 Carats
• Dimension and Size: 9.13*8.33*6.83 up-to 15.50*7.16*5.52 mm
• Cut: Emerald, Princes, Step Cut, Trillion, Octagonal
• Clarity: Slightly Included
• Treatment: None (100% Natural)
• Color: Light Blue Color
• Origin: Nigeria
  

Gemstone Analysis

Collection Overview: These beautiful brilliant natural aquamarine loose gemstone collection is total 48 carats and 14 pieces. They have nice brillinace, cut and transparency. The stones display various professional cuts including emerald cut, cushion cut, oval, and triangular cuts.

Quality Assessment:

• Color: Stones are blue to medium blue with nice transparency
• Clarity: VVS to very slightly included (VS-SI grade)
• Cut: Professional faceting with excellent symmetry and proportions
• Carat Weight: Individual stones are in range from 2-6 carats each
• Origin Characteristics: Aquamarine are from Nigeria and resembles to Brazilian or Pakistani origin.

Jewelry Design Ideas

1. Statement Pieces:

• mixed size stones pendant necklaces featuring graduated sizes
• Cocktail rings with center stone
• Tennis bracelets or line bracelets

2. Bridal Jewelry:

• Engagement rings (aquamarine is perfect for non-traditional brides)
• Wedding sets with matching bands
• Bridal earrings and necklace sets

3. Contemporary Designs:

• Stackable rings using smaller stones
• Modern geometric earrings
• Asymmetrical designs mixing different cuts

4. Classic Settings:

• Halo settings to enhance brilliance
• Three-stone rings representing past, present, future
• Vintage-inspired Art Deco designs

Key FAQs for Jewelry Designers

Q1: Is aquamarine worth buying? Aquamarine is a modern March Birthstone and excellent choice to buy. 

Q2: What metal types work best with aquamarine? A: Aquamarine pairs can be set with white gold, platinum, and sterling silver 925. The contrast of these metal will  enhance its cool blue tones. Yellow gold will create a vintage look. Silver color will increase the beauty of blue. 

Q3: How durable is aquamarine for everyday wear jewelry? A: Aquamarine stones have a hardness of 7.5-8 on the Mohs scale. With this hardness, loose aquamarine is suitable for jewelry such as engagement rings. Avoid sudden exposure to heat and avoid ultrasonic cleaners. Also protect the stones from hard impacts.

Q4: Can these stones be heat treated or enhanced? A: This lot is non heated and no other treatment is done over them. 

Though, most loose aquamarines gemstones coming in the market are heat treated to enhance their blue color. Heat treatment is perfect color remains stable and permanent. 

Q5: What's the best way to showcase aquamarine's brilliance? A: Aquamarine performs best in well-lit environments. Consider open settings that allow maximum light penetration and avoid overly busy designs that compete with the stone's natural beauty.

Designer Tips

Setting Recommendations:

• Use prong settings to maximize light return
• Consider bezel settings for protection in active wear pieces
• White metal such as platinum and silver sterling enhance the cool blue color
• Ensure proper proportions in the jewelry settings- aquamarine looks best when not overwhelmed by setting

Design Preference:

• Aquamarine's pleochroism means color intensity varies by viewing angle
• Plan cuts to maximize the best color direction
• Consider the stone's natural inclusions as design elements rather than flaws
• Mix cuts within one piece for dynamic visual interest

Aquamarine Birthstone Characteristics

Traditional Significance:

• Birth Month: March birthstone
• Anniversary Stone: 19th wedding anniversary
• Zodiac Connection: Associated with Pisces and Scorpio
• Element: Water element, connecting to emotional flow and intuition

Physical Properties:

• Chemical Composition: Beryl (Be₃Al₂Si₆O₁₈)
• Crystal System: Hexagonal
• Hardness: 7.5-8 Mohs scale
• Specific Gravity: 2.68-2.74
• Refractive Index: 1.577-1.583

Healing Properties & Metaphysical Beliefs

Emotional Healing:

• Promotes calm communication and emotional clarity
• Reduces stress and quiets the mind
• Enhances courage and reduces fear of speaking
• Supports emotional healing and release of old patterns

Spiritual Properties:

• Connects to throat and heart chakras
• Enhances meditation and spiritual awareness
• Promotes truth and honest communication
• Supports psychic abilities and intuition

Physical Healing (Traditional Beliefs):

• Associated with throat, thyroid, and respiratory health
• Believed to support immune system function
• Traditional use for eye and vision health
• Connected to water element for detoxification

Care Instructions:

• Clean with warm soapy water and soft brush 
• Avoid harsh chemicals and ultrasonic cleaners
• Store separately to prevent scratching
• Recharge energy by placing in moonlight or near water