Aquamarine
blue · Beryl family
| Also known as | Beryl (Beryl family) |
|---|---|
| Colour | Blue |
| Mohs hardness | 7.5–8.0 |
| Lustre | Vitreous to resinous |
| Streak | White |
| Crystal system | Hexagonal |
| Transparency | Transparent to translucent |
| Cleavage | Imperfect on {0001} |
| Fracture | Conchoidal to irregular |
| Specific gravity | 2.63–2.92 |
What is Aquamarine?
Aquamarine may refer to:Aquamarine (color), a shade between green and blue Aquamarine (gemstone), a type of pale-blue to light-green beryl
How to identify Aquamarine
- Lustre: Vitreous to resinous.
- Hardness: Mohs 7.5–8.0 — hard enough to scratch glass.
- Streak: White.
- Habit: Hexagonal crystal system.
Aquamarine in different forms
Stones often confused with Aquamarine
Frequently asked questions
How hard is Aquamarine?
Aquamarine is Mohs 7.5–8.0 on the hardness scale.
What colour is Aquamarine?
Aquamarine is typically blue.