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Birthstones · Updated 2026-10-25
March Birthstone and Birth Flower: Meaning and Gift Ideas
The March birthstone is aquamarine, a sea-blue gem that symbolizes purity of spirit, with bloodstone as the older alternate. March's birth flowers are the daffodil and the jonquil. Aquamarine is hard enough for everyday wear, which makes it a practical and pretty gift.
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What do the March birthstones, aquamarine and bloodstone, mean?
Aquamarine's name comes from the Latin for seawater, and ancient sailors claimed the gem would calm waves and keep them safe at sea. GIA says its clear blue symbolizes purity of spirit and soul, and it was also thought to bring happiness in marriage.
Bloodstone, also called heliotrope, is a dark green stone with red flecks of iron oxide, the blood that was believed to bring health and strength to the wearer. GIA lists it as March's second birthstone, and the American Gem Society lists both stones.
Aquamarine is 7.5 to 8 on the Mohs scale and is the stone for a 19th wedding anniversary. Brazil gave First Lady Eleanor Roosevelt a 1,298 carat aquamarine in 1936.
What is the March birth flower?
The March birth flowers are the daffodil and the jonquil. Daffodil stands for rebirth and unshakable cheer, and jonquil, its fragrant cousin, represents affection returned.
Daffodil bulbs are planted in the fall and come up as one of the first signs of spring, which is why a bunch of daffodils is such an easy, cheerful gift for a March birthday.
What are the best birthday gifts for someone born in March?
March sits at the start of spring in the Northern Hemisphere, so birthday gifts that get someone outside or into fresh air tend to feel timely: garden tools, a picnic set or a good pair of walking shoes.
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What are the March birthstone facts?
Stone lists from the American Gem Society, meanings from GIA, and birth flowers from the Farmers' Almanac.
| Detail | March |
|---|
| Birthstone | Aquamarine, Bloodstone |
| Older or alternate choice | Bloodstone |
| Color | Sea blue and green |
| What it stands for | Aquamarine symbolizes purity of spirit and soul; bloodstone is tied to health and strength. |
| Birth flowers | Daffodil and Jonquil |
| Flower meaning | Daffodil stands for rebirth and cheer; jonquil represents affection returned. |
| Hardness (Mohs scale) | Aquamarine 7.5 to 8; bloodstone about 5 to 7 |
| Wedding anniversary | Aquamarine is the gem for the 19th anniversary |
| Note on lists | Jewelers of America lists aquamarine alone; the American Gem Society adds bloodstone |
Gift picks
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Aquamarine gifts
14k Aquamarine Earrings - March
$205.54 · My Gift Stop
Aquamarine earrings in 14k gold, labeled for March. A mid-priced pair that picks up the pale sea blue of the birthstone, and a classic way to mark a birthday with real gemstone jewelry.
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Women's Beautiful Aquamarine Pendant
$159 · Mariana
A women's pendant set with a beautiful aquamarine, March's birthstone. A mid-range piece that sits close to the collarbone, with a soft blue that suits both silver and gold.
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March Birthstone Necklace
$34.99 · All Cotton and Linen
A March birthstone necklace at an easy price. It keeps the aquamarine color close, and it is a lovely small gift for a March birthday that needs to fit a gentle budget.
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Buddha Stones 925 Sterling Silver Aquamarine Healing Clavicle Chain Necklace Pendant - Silver Aquamarine
$38.59 · BS
A sterling silver clavicle chain necklace with a natural aquamarine pendant, at a very low price. A light, everyday piece in March's birthstone that works as an add-on to a larger gift.
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Birthday gifts for someone born in March
Ocean Mist & Sea Salt Scented Candle
$50 · Nest Fragrances
An ocean mist and sea salt scented candle, in the fresh sea-blue spirit of March's aquamarine. It burns for hours, suits most adults, and makes a gentle birthday gift for someone who loves a clean scent.
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Sea Glass Scarf
$35 · Batela USA Inc
A sea glass scarf in soft blues and greens at a gentle price. It echoes aquamarine, March's birthstone, and it is a light layer for a spring birthday that is still cool in the mornings.
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14k Diamond & Aquamarine Birthstone Earrings
$132.52 · My Gift Stop
14k gold earrings with a diamond and an aquamarine, a mid-priced way to mark a March birthday with the month's stone. A dressier piece she can wear to dinner or keep for special days.
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Ocean Breeze Spa Gift Basket
$65.98 · Lovery
An ocean breeze spa gift basket, a relaxing birthday gift in the cool blues of March's aquamarine. It works for someone who likes a long bath, and the basket makes it ready to give.
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Frequently asked
What is the March birthstone?
The March birthstone is aquamarine, with bloodstone as a second choice on the American Gem Society chart. Jewelers of America lists aquamarine alone.
What is the traditional March birthstone?
Bloodstone is the older March choice, a dark green stone flecked with red iron oxide. Aquamarine is the best-known modern pick and is the one most jewelry uses.
What are the March birth flowers?
The March birth flowers are the daffodil and the jonquil. Daffodil stands for rebirth and cheer, and jonquil represents affection returned.
Can I wear aquamarine every day?
Yes. Aquamarine is 7.5 to 8 on the Mohs scale, which is durable enough for everyday wear, and warm water with mild soap is usually all it needs to clean.
What color is the March birthstone?
Aquamarine ranges from deep green-blue to a light, slightly greenish blue, while bloodstone is dark green with red spots, so March offers both blue and green options.