How Queen Elizabeth made waves wearing aquamarine, the treasure of mermaids – 5 stunning pieces from Chopard, Tiffany & Co., Piaget, Chaumet and Cartier

Jul 8 , 2020

Queen Elizabeth loves her aquamarine jewellery pieces and brooch. Photo: Instagram

Sailors believed that aquamarine – the seawater stone – possessed soothing and protecting powers

Derived from the Latin term “seawater”, sailors believed that the aquamarine was the treasure of mermaids and possessed soothing and protecting powers.

However, what is certain is that aquamarine has always made waves, especially with Queen Elizabeth. She recently wore a pair of aquamarine brooches at the 75th anniversary of Victory in Europe Day and this reminded us of her divine aquamarine collection which includes the Brazilian tiara, necklace and earrings.

Carrying a cooling effect, STYLE handpicks five pieces to wear “something blue” this summer.

Chopard

The Red Carpet necklace boasts a spectacular set of topazes, beryls, aquamarines, diamonds and sapphires in an 18-carat white ethical gold and titanium setting. Price upon request.

Piaget

The Sunlight Escape ring in 18-carat white gold, accented with a pear-shaped aquamarine, four fancy-cut sculpted lapis lazuli and 166 brilliant-cut diamonds, radiates a dazzling glow. Price upon request.

Chaumet