Aquamarine
Mineral Group: Beryl Group
Key Properties
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Mohs Hardness | 8.0 (8) |
| Typical Size | 1-50+ carats (commercial: 2-20 carats; large clean stones common, can exceed 100 carats) |
| Typical Price Range | $50-500 per carat (commercial: $100-300; fine deep blue $300-500+) |
| Rarity Level | Limited Occurrence |
| Availability Level | Readily Available |
| Availability Driver | Readily Available |
| Investment Appropriateness | Fashion/Trend Gems |
Detailed Descriptions
Rarity Description: Blue-green beryl variety found in pegmatites; large clean crystals occur but are less abundant than other beryls.
Availability Description: Common in jewelry markets across all sizes; readily available from wholesalers, retail jewelers, and online platforms.
Investment Description: Large clean stones readily available limit appreciation potential; market driven by jewelry fashion trends; suitable for personal enjoyment rather than investment.
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Investment Ranking Calculation
The composite score of 45.0 is calculated using a weighted formula:
- Geological Rarity (25%): 65 points
- Market Availability (25%): 35 points
- Investment Appropriateness (25%): 25 points
- Hardness (12.5%): 65 points
- Price Range (12.5%): 45 points
Formula: (65 × 0.25) + (35 × 0.25) + (25 × 0.25) + (65 × 0.125) + (45 × 0.125) = 45.0
NEUTRAL
45.0
Score Components
Geo rarity
65
Mkt availability
35
Invest Appr
25
hardness
65
price
45