Aquamarine's Type I clarity classification produces large, visually flawless gemstones. This makes aquamarine consistently available, which means buyers can prioritize color and cut without the clarity trade-offs.
Origin Story
Brazil's position as the world's dominant source of quartz gems reflects the scale and variety of silicon dioxide crystallization. Major amethyst deposits in Rio Grande do Sul, citrine from the same region and Bahia, and rock crystal from multiple states give the country unmatched breadth in this mineral family. Uruguay produces fine deep purple amethyst; Madagascar and Zambia supplement Brazilian supply in specific varieties across the global gem market.
A Storied Heritage
Moonstone's jewelry history spans from Roman antiquity to Art Nouveau's most celebrated makers. Rene Lalique's use of the stone was among the most prominent in the Art Nouveau period, where moonstone's adularescence aligned with the movement's emphasis on organic, luminous materials. For a June birthstone with documented design heritage, moonstone's trajectory from ancient adornment to Lalique's workshop is one of the more compelling in the calendar.