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Gem in the Spotlight: Opal
… the wonders of the skies, sparkling rainbows, fireworks, and lightning. Its dazzling play of color is totally unique in the gem world, and the lore that surrounds it is almost as colorful as the gem itself. Opal is the traditional birthstone for those lucky enough to born in October, and it is found in a huge variety of colors (sometimes all within the same stone). Gemology of Opal Opal’s captivating dance of colors is a result of its unique internal structure. This gemstone…
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Gem in the Spotlight: Quartz
…Varieties of Quartz These gems are made of one, single crystal, and they include some of the most widely known and recognizable quartz species. If you were born in February, you probably already know all about Amethyst since it’s your birthstone. Of course, the same also goes for November babies and Citrine. You may be less familiar with some of the other single crystal varieties of quartz like Rose Quartz, Morion, and Rutilated Quartz. These less common gems can be …
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Gem in the Spotlight: Pearl
… “pearls” would refer to beads or objects that are made to look like pearls but are in fact a different material altogether (e.g. plastic, shell, or some type of composite). History and Notable Pearls Pearl is the traditional birthstone of June and is a favorite gem for weddings. Natural pearls have been discovered and cherished for hundreds of years. Only more recently have cultured pearl farming techniques been introduced that have made these incredible gems more widely …
