Have a shiny piece of jewelry and are confused if the gemstone attached to it is a faint, icy aquamarine or a diamond? To be sure, it is often difficult to tell the difference between aquamarine and diamond just by looking at them with the naked eye. However, there are factors that make both dazzling gemstones different from each other. Read this article and get to know both gemstones in detail.

How are diamonds and aquamarine alike?

Everyone knows that diamonds are a girl’s best friend and one of the most desired gemstones. It is popular for its incredible clarity and brilliant shine that grabs everyone’s attention. The same can be said for aquamarine, the brilliant member of the beryl family. Like emerald (another member of the beryl family), the clear aquamarine gemstone is renowned for its excellent clarity and vitreous luster. Like diamond, light aquamarine is especially suitable for brilliant cuts. Additionally, aquamarine’s good hardness (7.5 to 8 on the Mohs scale) makes it an ideal choice for jewelry.

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The differences between diamond and aquamarine

There are several factors that make diamond and aquamarine gemstones different from each other. First of all, diamond is the birthstone for April and aquamarine is the birthstone for March. Second, if both gems are evaluated from the perspective of the 4C rating system, then:

• Colour: The best quality diamonds show a complete lack of color. They are classified alphabetically, from D to Z, with D being the purest of gemstones. However, the color of members of the beryl family such as Espirito Santo aquamarine or Santa María aquamarine ranges from pale to light blue, dark blue, blue-green, and bluish-green. The value of this incredible gemstone increases with increasing level of color saturation.
• Cut off: A cut determines the brilliance and brilliance of the diamond. The most common cut is the brilliant cut, a facet that brings more fire to the stone. However, like any other member of the beryl family, aquamarine is best suited for rectangular or square cuts. It is also found in common shapes, such as round, oval, cushion, and pear.
• Clarity: In terms of clarity, the diamond is second to none. Diamonds are classified according to the inclusions or impurities within a stone. Aquamarine is a clear and clean gemstone for the eyes. However, it does carry inclusions of long, hollow rods, a trademark of the beryl family.
• Carat Weight: Diamonds are rated for carat weight, while aquamarine, which is a colored gemstone, is rated for clarity, color, purity, and size. The colored stones vary according to the size / weight ratio.

Diamond and aquamarine jewelry

Aquamarine gemstone jewelry offers a fresh and relaxing look, and when paired with dazzling diamonds, the result is absolutely magnificent. The combination of aquamarine blue and white diamonds to adorn a center stone can be a stunning idea for a ring as well as a pendant. For an affordable option, you can select the March birthstone like the main stone of an engagement ring, captured in a halo of tiny diamonds. Without a doubt, aquamarine and diamond jewelry offer an affordable and attractive option for jewelry lovers to cherish forever.