What Is the March Birthstone? Everything You Need to Know About Aquamarine
The March birthstone is Aquamarine, one of the most beautiful and beloved gemstones in the world. Its serene blue-green colour carries centuries of symbolism, and wearing it feels genuinely special - whether you choose it for yourself or give it to someone you love.
Whether you were born in March or you're searching for a meaningful gift, this guide covers what the March birthstone is, what it means, the history behind it, how to wear it, and how to find the perfect piece.
What Is the March Birthstone?
The March birthstone is Aquamarine - a stunning blue to blue-green gemstone that people have treasured for thousands of years. Its name comes from the Latin words aqua (water) and marina (sea) - it captures that particular shade of calm, clear water you only find in the shallowest parts of the ocean on a bright, still day.
Aquamarine belongs to the beryl family of minerals - the same gemstone family as emerald - and it draws its distinctive colour from traces of iron within its crystal structure. It ranks 7.5 to 8 on the Mohs hardness scale, which makes it durable enough for everyday jewellery including rings, bracelets, and earrings.
Every aquamarine stone is completely natural and unique. No two share exactly the same shade, which means your piece of March birthstone jewellery truly belongs to you alone.
The Meaning and Symbolism of the March Birthstone
People across cultures have attached deep meaning to aquamarine for thousands of years - and that meaning has stayed remarkably consistent. This stone speaks to calm, clarity, courage and truth.
Ancient sailors carried aquamarine as a talisman, trusting it to protect them at sea and carry them safely through storms. The Greeks connected it to Poseidon, god of the ocean. The Romans dedicated it to Neptune. Across medieval Europe, people wore it to sharpen the mind, nurture honesty in relationships, and summon courage in difficult moments.
Today, people associate aquamarine with those same qualities:
- Calm and serenity - its cool blue tones help soothe anxiety and invite inner peace
- Clarity and truth - it encourages you to see situations clearly and speak with honesty
- Courage - aquamarine has always been a stone people reach for when they need bravery in the face of the unknown
- New beginnings - as the stone of early spring, it carries the energy of fresh starts and hopeful change
Whether you believe wholeheartedly in the healing properties of gemstones or simply love the stories behind them, wearing a stone that people have valued in the same way across so many centuries means something.
March Birthstone Jewellery: Finding the Perfect Piece
We love aquamarine for how beautifully it translates into jewellery. That cool, clear blue works across metals, styles and occasions - from a simple everyday bracelet to something you'd reach for on a special night out.
Aquamarine Bracelets
Our aquamarine gemstone bracelet sits among our most-loved pieces. We handcraft each one using genuine aquamarine stones and finish it with sterling silver or gold filled beads. The stretch fit lets it slip on effortlessly, and the cool blue stones sit fresh and calming against the skin.
Wear it alone, stack it with other gemstone bracelets, or gift it for a March birthday.
Aquamarine Rings
If she loves something a little more considered, our aquamarine bead ring is a beautiful choice. We handcraft it with a stretch band for comfort and finish it with delicate sterling silver or gold filled details. Stack it with other gemstone rings for a curated look, or wear it alone as a simple pop of colour and intention.
Aquamarine and Pearl
Our crystal and pearl bracelet and matching pearl and aquamarine earrings make a particularly special combination. Cool aquamarine alongside soft freshwater pearl creates a timeless, elegant pairing - a beautiful choice for a bride seeking something blue, or a bridesmaid gift that carries real meaning.
Why Aquamarine Makes Such a Beautiful March Birthday Gift
People born in March tend to receive generic gifts - flowers, candles, the usual. A piece of March birthstone jewellery is personal, meaningful, and connects to who they are in a way that a scented candle never will.
Aquamarine works beautifully for:
- A March birthday - a mum, sister, daughter, friend or partner born this month
- A bridesmaid gift - aquamarine's something-blue connection makes it especially fitting here
- A thank you gift - for someone who showed up for you in a way that deserved more than words
- A new beginning - a new job, a new home, or a fresh chapter that deserves marking
Every Made Here With Love piece arrives beautifully gift-wrapped and ready to give --you don't need to do a thing.
How to Wear Your March Birthstone
Aquamarine's cool blue-green tone ranks among the most wearable colours in the gemstone world. It looks beautiful against both warm and cool skin tones, and it suits silver and gold equally well.
With silver: Sterling silver draws out the cool clarity of aquamarine and gives it a clean, modern feel. Pair it with blues, whites, greys and soft neutrals.
With gold: Gold filled settings warm aquamarine up and give it a slightly more elevated, luxurious feel - particularly beautiful for evening wear or against deeper skin tones.
For stacking: Aquamarine layers beautifully with paler stones like moonstone or clear quartz, and creates a lovely contrast next to deeper stones like amethyst or lapis lazuli.
Caring for Aquamarine Jewellery
A little care keeps your aquamarine jewellery looking beautiful for years.
After wearing, gently wipe your pieces with a soft cloth to lift any oils or residue. For a deeper clean, use a small amount of mild soap and warm water, rinse well, and pat dry — don't soak stretch-fit pieces. Store each piece separately in a soft pouch or jewellery box to prevent scratching, and keep everything away from perfume, lotions and harsh chemicals, which dull the stones over time.
Take your pieces off before swimming, exercising, or anything that involves water or impact.
The Alternative March Birthstone: Bloodstone
Aquamarine holds the title as the modern and most widely recognised March birthstone, but a traditional alternative exists worth knowing about: bloodstone. A deep green chalcedony with red flecks, bloodstone carries ancient roots and connects to courage, strength and vitality. It brings a very different energy to aquamarine - earthy and grounding rather than calm and fluid.
If aquamarine doesn't feel quite right, bloodstone offers a meaningful, historically rich alternative. We also stock green aventurine, which shares bloodstone's grounding, growth-oriented energy - a lovely option if you feel drawn to the green stone family.
About Our March Birthstone Jewellery
Made Here With Love is an award-winning handmade jewellery brand based in the UK. We founded the brand in 2022 with one goal: to create meaningful, size-inclusive jewellery that tells your story. We design every piece for daily wear, and we make every piece with care.
We handcraft all our March birthstone jewellery using genuine semi-precious aquamarine stones and either 925 sterling silver or gold filled components. We offer custom sizing on request, and we gift-wrap every order beautifully so it arrives ready to give.
We also donate 10% of sales to YoungMinds UK - so every purchase supports a cause that matters.
Wrapping Up
The March birthstone is aquamarine - one of the most beautiful, meaningful stones you can wear or give. Whether its serene blue colour draws you in, its rich history resonates with you, or you love the connection to your birth month, aquamarine jewellery is worth owning.
From our hands to your heart.
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