Aquamarine

Aquamarine, otherwise known as maxixe, is a light blue gemstone found in veins amongst granite pegmatites. This gemstone that resembles the blue of the sea surface and contains little to no inclusions, though this beautifully light colour can fade in harsh sunlight.
Aquamarine is associated youth and happiness. It is used for a variety of magical powers, but many use it for more mundane practices such as carvings or creating seals.

Properties

Physical & Chemical Properties

Level 1 Properties

Protection (on the sea only)
Resist intimidation
Calm
Fortify courage
Resist disease

Level 3 Properties

Foresight
Truth
Restore wisdom
Telepathy
Cleanse

Geology & Geography

Aquamarine is found in veins amidst granite and other igneous rocks. These are often subterranean in nature.

History & Usage

Everyday use

Aquamarine is commonly used as a protective charm for overseas travel, as well as against sickness. Many also find that holding aquamarine can help one muster the courage and clarity to engage on such expeditions in the first place.

Cultural Significance and Usage

Aquamarine is associated with youth and happiness, and as such it is often a favoured material for ornaments on gifts for children or expecting mothers.

Manufacturing & Products

Wands and staves made with aquamarine help the channeller seek universal truths, either through psychic powers or through magical compulsion of others.
Aquamarine has also found a more mundane niche as a material used for carving, and is even used to create royal and noble seals.

Am

Type

Stone

Value

80 silver pennies

Rarity

β-tier ingredient

Odor

None

Taste

None

Color

Light blue

Common State

Aquamarine is found in veins running through granite.