1.34ct Australian Aquamarine - Scissor Cut

• Aquamarine is loved for its calm blue to blue-green colour, often giving jewellery a clear, luminous and understated feel.
• As a member of the beryl family, aquamarine can offer a beautiful alternative to sapphire for clients who prefer softer, lighter blue tones.
• Australian aquamarine is an unusual and meaningful choice for clients who value local provenance and gemstones with a less common origin story.
• With a Mohs hardness of 7.5–8, aquamarine can be suitable for many jewellery designs, but it still benefits from thoughtful setting and careful wear.
• We assess aquamarines individually for colour, clarity, cut, origin and setting suitability, especially when the stone is intended for a ring.

Is aquamarine suitable for an engagement ring?

Aquamarine can be used in an engagement ring, but it is not as hard as sapphire, ruby or diamond. It suits thoughtful designs with secure, protective settings and realistic care expectations. For clients who love its soft blue colour, it can be a beautiful and personal choice.

What colour is aquamarine?

Aquamarine is usually blue to blue-green, ranging from very pale icy tones through to stronger oceanic blues. Many people choose it for its calm, clean and luminous appearance rather than a highly saturated colour.

What makes Australian aquamarine special?

Australian aquamarine is less commonly seen than aquamarine from larger international sources. It can be especially appealing when provenance matters, offering a local connection alongside the gem’s gentle blue character.

How should aquamarine jewellery be cared for?

Aquamarine jewellery should be protected from hard knocks, harsh chemicals and unnecessary heat. Clean gently with warm soapy water and a soft brush, and have rings checked periodically to make sure the setting remains secure.

Aquamarine sourcing is about colour, clarity, cut and provenance. We look for stones with an appealing blue or blue-green tone, good transparency and a shape that suits the intended jewellery design.

Our aquamarine selection includes Australian stones from regions such as Queensland and Western Australia. These gems are especially appealing for clients who value local provenance and a quieter, more unusual Australian gemstone story.

Aquamarine is often chosen for its clarity and calm colour rather than dramatic saturation. We consider each stone individually, including whether its tone, cut and durability suit the piece being designed.

For custom jewellery, we favour aquamarines that feel beautiful, wearable and proportionate. The right design should protect the stone while allowing its cool, luminous colour to remain the focus.