Posts Tagged ‘agate’
We’ve Made it to May 2020
We’ve made it to the month of May 2020 in this very unusual year. When everything comes to a grinding halt, as it has this Spring, we’re forced to think about what matters most. Your life is put on hold. We focus on what matters most right now. Time slows to a crawl – no…
Read MoreBirthstones and Alternatives for April and May
The idea of one gem for each month and the concept of wearing your “birth stone” started long ago – between the 16th and 18th centuries.The National Association of Jewelers released a list of so-called “modern birthstones” in 1912 in the United States. Wearing your birthstone is supposed to bring you luck. However, if you don’t…
Read MoreBirthstones for April and May
What is a birthstone? The association of one gem to each month and the idea of wearing your “birthstone,” started long ago – between the 16th and 18th centuries.The National Association of Jewelers released a list of so-called “modern birthstones” in 1912 in the United States. Wearing your birthstone is supposed to bring you luck.…
Read MoreMore of My Favorite Gems
Gems are described by chemical composition, crystal structure, and where they are found. Gems are further classified based on properties like refractive index (how they bend light), luster, hardness, etc. Perfection in appearance is of primary importance in the finished gemstone. Many gemstones have long and complex histories. Some specific gems have a lot of…
Read MoreDecember Specials
Lots of jewelry on sale during December in my website store here and also in my Etsy store. Check out all the wonderful gift ideas! I will be adding some new items during the month, so you’ll need to keep checking back!
Read MoreMy Favorite Gems
I love gems, so picking favorites is difficult. It’s a long list, but here are some of my favorites and some information about them. Gems are described by chemical composition, crystal structure, and where they are found. Gems are further classified based on properties like refractive index (how they bend light), luster, hardness, etc. Perfection in appearance…
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