Hardness first: aquamarine rates 7.5 to 8 on the Mohs scale, which is strong enough for rings, even those worn every day. That matters for a stone as small as this 1.21 carat piece, because a small stone is usually set low and exposed to wear.

The stone is a natural Beruj in a light blue. In a ring it needs only a slim mount, and a pair of tiny side stones would overwhelm it, so keep the setting simple. For a pendant, a single claw or a small bezel keeps it clean-lined.

Why the rate looks high

It costs Rs. 23,630, about Rs. 19,529 per carat. Small aquamarines with good colour are priced on selection, not on size, so the per-carat rate for a petite stone can be well above that of bigger ones in the aquamarine category. Reference: GS-000260.

Aquamarine is commonly heated to remove green tones and leave a purer blue. Ask us what we know about this stone, and wipe it with a soft cloth after wearing. Inspect it at the door before you pay.

Order with Cash on Delivery anywhere in Pakistan: open the parcel, check the stone, then pay. If it is not right for you, you have 7 days to return it. Before you choose, read our aquamarine guide.

This particular stone

This listing is one natural aquamarine, known in Urdu as Beruj, with a weight of 1.21 Carat. Its price is Rs. 23,630 — roughly Rs. 19,529 for each carat. Treatment: treatment not tested. Quote reference GS-000260 when you message us about it. The photographs show this exact stone, so what arrives at your door is the piece you chose on screen.

Under two carats, a stone like this sits neatly in a slim ring, a stud or a delicate pendant and does not snag on sleeves. It is also where many first-time buyers begin when a stone is recommended for astrological reasons, because the total cost stays modest.

On the Mohs scale aquamarine rates 7.5 to 8. It handles daily wear, but a hard knock can still nick an exposed corner, so a protective setting is a sensible choice. Clean it with warm soapy water and a soft brush, and keep it away from abrasive cleaners and high heat.

Whoever you buy aquamarine from, make sure of three things: the stone is natural rather than lab-grown, glass or glass-filled; any treatment is stated in writing; and the weight quoted is the weight of the finished stone. We check every aquamarine for those three points before it is listed, a certificate is available on request, and because you pay on delivery you can look at the stone — or have it tested — before any money changes hands.

We sell natural stones only and inspect each one before it is listed. Treatment for this stone: Treatment not tested. Certificate available on request. As general background (not a statement about this stone): Aquamarine is commonly heated to remove green tones and leave a purer blue. Ask us on WhatsApp and we will tell you what we know about this exact stone; independent lab testing is available on request.

A certificate of authenticity is available on request for this stone, and independent laboratory testing can be arranged. Because you pay on delivery, you can also take the stone to a lab of your choice within the 7-day return window. Read more on our authenticity page.