March Birthstone: Aquamarine Meaning, Color & Jewelry

If you or someone you love was born in March, your birthstone is the aquamarine — a pale blue gem associated with courage, serenity, and clear communication. Here's everything to know about the March birthstone, its meaning and history, and how to wear it in jewelry made just for you.

At Stellera & Co., every aquamarine piece is made to order in nickel-free 925 sterling silver, so you can choose exactly the stone that's yours. This guide is part of our complete birthstones by month series.

About the March birthstone: Aquamarine

Aquamarine is a sea-blue member of the beryl family (the same family as emerald). Its name means 'water of the sea,' and its color ranges from near-colorless to a soft sky blue. Because each stone is a little different, no two pieces are ever exactly alike — part of what makes a aquamarine feel so personal.

What the aquamarine means

The aquamarine is associated with courage, serenity, and clear communication. Sailors once carried aquamarine for safe passage and to calm rough waters. It has long been associated with tranquillity and honest communication. Worn close, it's a quiet daily reminder of those qualities — for yourself, or for the person you're giving it to.

How to wear aquamarine jewelry

Aquamarine's delicate blue feels fresh and modern — lovely in a drop setting that lets the color breathe. Wear it solo for a quiet, personal look, or layer it with an initial or name piece to tell a fuller story. A solitaire birthstone drop necklace is a lovely way to feature a single aquamarine. When choosing a finish, remember that cooler skin tones tend to glow in silver and white finishes, while warmer tones suit gold and rose gold — though the birth month always comes first.

Aquamarine as a March birthday gift

Because it's tied to a specific person and month, a aquamarine piece is one of the most thoughtful gifts you can give someone born in March — a birthday present that says 'I know you' in a way a generic gift never can. It's equally meaningful for Mother's Day, anniversaries, or welcoming a March baby, and it arrives gift-ready. For more ideas, see our personalized jewelry gift guide.

Shop March birthstone jewelry

Browse made-to-order aquamarine pieces in the birthstone necklace collection, or explore the full range of birthstone jewelry to find necklaces, bracelets, and anklets for every month.

Pair it with the March birth flower

For a doubly personal gift, pair the aquamarine with March's birth flower — the daffodil, a bloom of new beginnings and hope. Combining a birth flower and birthstone captures both traditions in a single keepsake; learn more in our birth flowers by month guide.

Caring for your aquamarine jewelry

To keep your piece looking its best, take it off before showering, swimming, or applying perfume and lotion, and store it dry in a soft pouch away from other jewelry. A gentle buff with a soft cloth restores shine to sterling silver. With a little care, a made-to-order aquamarine piece will stay bright for years.

Frequently asked questions

What is the March birthstone?

The March birthstone is the aquamarine, a pale blue gem symbolizing courage, serenity, and clear communication.

Does March have more than one birthstone?

Yes. Alongside aquamarine, March is also associated with bloodstone — simply choose the one you love most.

Are the birthstones real gemstones?

Our birthstone accents are crafted from brilliant cubic zirconia in each month's signature color, set in nickel-free 925 sterling silver for a hypoallergenic, everyday-friendly piece.

How long does a personalized piece take?

Each piece is made to order, so production takes about 2-3 weeks, with a total delivery time of roughly 3-4 weeks.

More birthstones: ← February: Amethyst  |  April: Diamond →

Part of our birthstones by month series — find the stone that tells your story.