Aquamarine has been used to protect sailors at sea and to guard against drowning since its discovery; it was the stone of the sea goddess and counteracted the forces of darkness, gaining favor from spirits of light.
A wonderful stone for meditation, Aquamarine shields the aura, invoking high states of consciousness, and encouraging service to humanity. Sensitive and intuitive people tend to have an affinity for Aquamarine as it invokes tolerance, and supports those overwhelmed by responsibility.
Breaking self-defeating programs, it leads to dynamic change. Useful for closure on all levels, Aquamarine is helpful in understanding underlying emotional states and interpreting how you feel. Removing extraneous thought, Aquamarine filters information and clarifies our perception.