March - Aquamarine

Aquamarine is the birthstone for March and the gem for a 19th wedding anniversary. This gemstone gets its name from the Latin term “aqua marines,” which translates to “water of the sea. Once believed to be the treasure of mermaids, it was often worn by sailors as a talisman to protect against ocean peril and sea sickness. 

Today, this gem is associated with the throat chakra and is said provide support to public speakers and teachers. It stimulates the energy from the heart to the throat, helping one to communicate their deepest heartfelt truths.