Aquamarine tumbled

A variety of Aquamarine

What is Aquamarine tumbled?

Aquamarine tumbled is a valuable gem of delicate beauty, distinguished by its pale blue to light green color. It is mined in many localities around the world, but the most important ones are Brazil and India. Cut into beads, cabochons, and brilliants, aquamarine tumbled is used for jewelry making, but larger specimens can be carved into figures.

Optical Properties

Refractive Index
1.570-1.592
Birefringence
0.005-0.009
Pleochroism
  • Dichroism: Colorless to greenish bluish, blue to sky blue
  • Greenish-blue stones - distinct: yellowish-greenish, blue-green
Optical Character
Uniaxial negative
Dispersion
0.014

Market Value Factors

Pricing varies for every rock and mineral, so use these universal factors to gauge Aquamarine tumbled before comparing listings or appraisals.

Size & Weight

Larger, intact specimens usually command higher prices.

Rarity & Demand

Scarce material or popular varieties sell at a premium.

Condition & Finish

Chips, repairs, and heavy wear lower value; clean prep helps.

Treatment & Provenance

Untreated specimens with documented locality are prized.

Applies to all rocks & minerals.

Aquamarine tumbled Localities Map

See where Aquamarine tumbled is found with a localities map, collecting zones, and geology context. Generate a sample map preview below.

Map preview
North ZoneCentral RidgeSouth Basin

Interactive map layers and collecting notes are available in the app.

Quick Facts

Physical Properties

Streak
White

Chemical Properties

Chemical Formula
Be3Al2Si6O18
Elements
Al, Be, O, Si
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