The Aquamarine is a serene blue-green semi-precious gemstone — a transparent variety of beryl whose name means “water of the sea.” Known as Beruj in India, it brings courage, calms the mind, and reduces stress with its cool, tranquil energy. Since ancient times, sailors carried Aquamarine as a talisman against drowning and for protection on their journeys. Its light blue colour arouses feelings of trust, sympathy, harmony and friendship — making it a beautiful stone for calm, communication and relationships.
What Is Aquamarine?
Aquamarine is a member of the beryl family, prized for its clear sea-blue colour, excellent hardness (7.5–8) and beautiful shine. Attuned to water and the throat chakra, it carries a calming, harmonising energy that soothes negative emotions, quiets the mind, and sparks a feeling of happiness. It is also believed to strengthen the bond between husband and wife, carrying a gently romantic aura.
Properties of Aquamarine
| Property | Detail |
|---|---|
| Colour | Blue-green (“water of the sea”) |
| Appearance | Clear to opaque crystal, often tumbled or faceted |
| Rarity | Readily available |
| Hardness | 7.5 – 8 (Mohs) |
| Source | USA, Mexico, Russia, Brazil, India, Ireland, Zimbabwe, Afghanistan, Pakistan |
Benefits of Aquamarine
Aquamarine is valued in holistic and astrological tradition for a range of calming, spiritual benefits:
Calm and Clarity
Aquamarine calms the mind and removes extraneous thoughts. It is believed to filter and clarify the information reaching the brain, sharpen the intellect, and clear confusion — bringing a sense of closure and mental clarity on all levels.
Communication and Self-Expression
Clearing the throat chakra, Aquamarine promotes honest self-expression and clears blocked communication. It helps the wearer understand and interpret their underlying emotions, and has a special affinity with sensitive people, encouraging tolerance and understanding of others.
Courage and Relationships
A stone of courage and fortitude, Aquamarine is also known to strengthen love and harmony in married and conjugal life, carrying an intensely romantic aura.
Spiritual Growth
A wonderful meditation stone, Aquamarine sharpens intuition, invokes higher states of consciousness and spiritual awareness, shields the aura, and encourages service to humanity.
Aquamarine in Gem Therapy
In crystal-healing tradition, Aquamarine has long been associated with the throat and overall wellbeing. As a cooling, water-attuned stone, it is traditionally believed to support the throat and communication centres, calm the emotions, ease tension, and bring a sense of peace and balance.
These reflect traditional crystal-healing and gem-therapy beliefs rather than established medical science. Gemstones are a complementary practice and are not a substitute for professional medical care.
Aquamarine in Vedic Astrology
Astrologically, Aquamarine is used to enhance the power of Venus (Shukra) — the planet of love, harmony, beauty and relationships — which is why it is so valued for strengthening love and married life. It is also considered the birthstone for the month of March, though the right stone always depends on the individual’s horoscope.
How to Wear Aquamarine
For best results, Aquamarine should be energized (Pran Pratishtha) before wearing. It is traditionally worn on the ring finger, and as a Venus stone, ideally on a Friday while chanting its beej mantra. An Aquamarine bead necklace, worn near the throat, is an especially versatile therapeutic tool. The ideal weight and metal should be confirmed by an astrologer.
Mantra for Aquamarine
Chant the following beej mantra while wearing or worshipping the gemstone:
- “Om Draang Dreeng Draung Sah Shukraya Namah” — the Venus (Shukra) beej mantra.
Energization (Pran Pratishtha) of the Gemstone
At Astrokapoor, every gemstone is energized before it is dispatched, by experienced pundits and purohits.
The Energization Process
An auspicious day and Nakshatra are chosen based on the client’s name, date of birth and place of birth. A mat is placed facing East, North or North-East for the pooja. The gemstone is washed with holy Gangajal and Kumkum is applied. An incense stick is lit before the gemstone, marigold flowers are offered, and the appropriate mantra is chanted. With eyes closed, the purohit chants the client’s name and date of birth, completing the Pran Pratishtha. After this process, the gemstone is fully energized and can be worn directly.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the benefits of Aquamarine?
Aquamarine brings courage, calms the mind, reduces stress, clears communication, strengthens love and married life, sharpens intuition, and protects the aura — reflecting the serene energy of the sea.
Which planet is Aquamarine associated with?
Astrologically, Aquamarine is used to enhance the power of Venus (Shukra), the planet of love and harmony, which is why it is valued for strengthening love and relationships.
What is Aquamarine called in Hindi?
Aquamarine is known as Beruj in India. It is a blue variety of beryl, valued for calm, courage, communication and love.
Which finger should Aquamarine be worn on?
Aquamarine is traditionally worn on the ring finger, ideally on a Friday (Venus’s day) after energisation with its beej mantra. Confirm the ideal weight and metal with an astrologer.
Which month is Aquamarine the birthstone for?
Aquamarine is the birthstone for the month of March. However, whether it suits you astrologically depends on your individual horoscope.
Buy a Certified Natural Aquamarine
For genuine calming and courageous energy, always choose a certified, natural stone. Explore certified Aquamarine (Beruj) gemstones from AstroKapoor.
