March Birthstone
Aquamarine
with the Bloodstone · Calm, courage & clear communication
March’s birthstone is the aquamarine, whose name means “sea water” for its clear blue-green colour. Sailors once carried it as a charm for a safe voyage and calm seas, and it has long been linked to the soothing power of water.
What it means
Aquamarine is read as a stone of calm, courage and clear communication — a settler of nerves and a charm for safe passage through change. Its tranquil colour was thought to cool hot tempers and bring honesty to the spoken word.
People born in March
People born in March are often read as aquamarine types: calm, courageous and clear, the kind who keep a cool head when the waters get rough. Like the sailor’s charm for safe passage, they tend to be reassuring and honest — the steady voice that talks everyone safely to shore.
What the colours of the aquamarine mean
Pale blue aquamarine
Calm, clarity and peace.
Deep blue-green aquamarine
Courage and emotional depth.
Birthstones of the other months
March birthstone FAQ
What is the birthstone for March?▾
The aquamarine is March’s primary birthstone, with the bloodstone as the traditional secondary stone. The aquamarine symbolises calm, courage and clear communication.
What does the March aquamarine symbolise?▾
Calm, courage and safe passage. Its sea-blue colour links it to water; sailors carried it for protection on voyages.