Blue diamonds are rare, beautiful, and quite popular among collectors of different types of stones. In fact, they’re one of the most expensive types of diamond on the market today! While you may think that it’s just something about the color blue that makes these diamonds so special, you might be surprised to learn that there’s actually more to them than just a pretty hue. It turns out that there are all sorts of different blue diamonds that have very specific personalities and characteristics about them – even if they do look exactly the same to the naked eye. Let’s take a look on these natural blue gemstones that are more popular than blue diamonds.
Lapis Lazuli
Blue lapis lazuli beads are semi-precious that are mined from the earth and is primarily used as a decorative item. It is the most expensive stone in the world and is worth more than diamonds, gold, or any other gemstone. However, it has a history of being associated with royalty because of its deep blue color which symbolizes wisdom and peace. The Egyptians believed that wearing lapis lazuli jewelry could make one immune to evil spells, cure mental illness and even cause fertility.
Turquoise
Blue turquoise gemstone beads are often used in Native American jewelry because of its connection to the Earth. Both varieties come from different parts of the world, with Arizona turquoise originating in mines in Colorado and New Mexico, while New Mexico turquoise comes from mines in Nevada. The best way to distinguish between these two types is by looking at their color; New Mexico turquoise has a darker tone, while Arizona turquoise has a more vibrant shade.
Kyanite
Blue kyanite beads expansive and expressive energy is reflective of the expansive and expressive nature of those who possess it. This could make you stand out as well! It might be best to try putting on some samples at home before heading into an important meeting just to see how you react to it.
Aquamarine
Blue to sea green aquamarine beads are often referred to as a calming stone, helping the wearer feel more balanced and grounded. Aquamarine is also said to help bring intuition and creativity into one's life. It can help those who are timid feel more confident. When worn by children it can have a calming effect, helping them sleep better at night or be less irritable during the day. The ancient Greeks believed that aquamarine could improve eyesight and even help heal eye problems like cataracts. The Romans believed that wearing aquamarine would allow for happiness and good luck in marriage.
Tanzanite
Tanzanite's blue color is a beautiful, rich deep color. The gemstone is the second most expensive gemstone in the world and has a hardness of 7.5 to 8 on the Mohs scale. Tanzanite gemstone beads are one of the few gems that changes color as it is moved around, due to pleochroism.
When exposed to heat and light, tanzanite can fade into green or purple-blue tones. The darker its hue, the higher its value will be. It is sometimes called pigeon blood because of its dark red-purple undertones.
Sapphire
World’s most popular blue sapphire is the Hope Diamond, which is worth over $400 million dollars. Other less expensive varieties are blue zircon, chrysoberyl, and tourmaline. A rare variety of sapphires called morganite can be found in shades of pink, violet, and white. However, the most exclusive gemstone is aquamarine because it displays a wide spectrum of color-turquoise to teal- while other blue stones have a limited range. Furthermore, unlike other blue stones like lapis lazuli or tanzanite, aquamarine has very high transparency so that light can easily pass through it. The different colors of an aquamarine depend on its geographical location with colorless aquamarines coming from Brazil and greenish or bluish ones coming from Africa.
Topaz
Blue to light blue topaz is a gem that has been worn for centuries and is still widely popular today. Topaz gemstone beads are thought to bring good luck, faithfulness, wisdom, and mental clarity. Topaz was also said to calm anger and reduce stress. If you are looking for a gemstone with the ability to soothe your mood and enhance creativity, then topaz is the stone for you! With its calming properties, it may be helpful in maintaining relationships or friendships by helping individuals develop more patience, understanding, and self-control.
Iolite
Iolite comes in blue color with light to dark tones. It is not a traditional birthstone for any month, but its energy signifies clarity, peace, and wisdom.
Chalcedony
Blue chalcedony, also called peacock stone, is a form of quartz. It gets its name from the Latin word meaning to be happy. The gemstone is commonly found in shades of light to dark blue, sometimes with brown or gray mottling. Most blue chalcedony comes from India, Brazil, and Australia. Sometimes chalcedony will have interesting markings such as white veins that create the appearance of clouds within the blue stone. Chalcedony can vary greatly in hardness, depending on how much iron content it has. Some varieties are softer than others which make them more fragile and less suitable for jewelry use.
Conclusion
In conclusion, the blue stones are varied in their personalities and it is up to you to find the one that speaks to you. They are all beautiful, but some might not be for everyone. If you want a stone with more power, then go with Sapphire or Lapis Lazuli. If you want something softer and gentler, then Turquoise or Aquamarine would be good choices. The best thing to do when looking at the different blue loose gemstones is just to look at them yourself! It can't hurt to try out what each has to offer. Who knows, maybe your perfect blue gemstone is out there waiting for you!