
The seawater color of aquamarine has given this gemstone its name as the name 'aquamarine' is derived from the Latin word for seawater.There are many myths and legends about the aquamarine stone. The Sumerians, Egyptians, and Hebrews admired and valued aquamarine greatly. It was a symbol of happiness and everlasting youth. A Roman legend stated that the stone absorbs the atmosphere of young love. The stone is considered an all purpose healing stone as it treats spiritual and psychological disturbances as well as physiological disorders and disease. It is believed that one who wears aquamarine has a better ability to think clearly and make quick decisions.