Aquamarine is the main birthstone that is deeply associated with the March since ancient times, and it is also admired by many ancient civilizations including the Sumerians, Egyptians, Hebrews, and Greeks. Roman fishermen also used these crystals for protection and luck in catching fish. It is generally a semi-precious gemstone and a variety of the mineral beryl. It’s made of beryllium aluminum silicate, with the chemical formula Be3Al2(Si16O18) and its color varies from pale greenish blue to slightest green or yellow. Larger stones are usually more intense in color and darker blue stones are more valuable.

Bloodstone is an alternative birthstone for March borns; if someone is not able to obtain or afford aquamarine, then they can opt for this alternative option. Bloodstone is mainly known as heliotrope and this dark green stone has red spots and is a type of quartz with iron oxide and jasper inclusions. In ancient Greece, people believed that placing bloodstone in water would turn the sun red. This semi-precious stone gets its name from the belief that the red spots represent the blood of Christ. The stone was greatly prized in the Middle Ages and was used in sculptures. In modern times, it is also considered a lucky charm for the people who were born in this special month (March).