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Gemstones – Background and Lore – Hessonite
Hessonite is a variety of garnet. It tends to be warm brownish yellows, brownish oranges, or brownish reds. Because of its color and historic connection with the spice producing country of Sri Lanka, the stone is also called the cinnamon … Continue reading
Gemstones – Background and Lore – Aquamarine
Aquamarine’s clear sea blue is reflected in its name, which is Latin for “sea water”. Sages from times ago thought water touched by aquamarine would heal afflictions of the eyes and lungs. It was also believed that the wearer of … Continue reading
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Tagged aquamarine, blue gemstones, blue topaz, march birthstone, sapphire, spinel, tanzanite, tourmaline
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Gemstones – Background and Lore – Amethyst
Amethyst has been the most prized member of the quartz family. Early Greek mythology, and its wine purple color, linked amethyst with the god of wine, Bacchus. Other beliefs include amethysts kept their wearers clear minded in battle and business. … Continue reading
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Tagged amethyst, Bacchus, bronze tourmaline, February birthstone, garnet, iolite, pisces, purple gems, purple Gemstones, sapphire, spinel, tanzanite, topaz
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Making Your Money Go Further For an Engagement Ring
Ok, so I don’t think I am dropping a bomb on anyone when I say the economy is a little rough right now. So naturally, it is a little unnerving when faced with the idea of purchasing an engagement ring. … Continue reading
What’s going on in May at Elizabeta Jewelry
Elizabeta Jewelry is gearing up for some major changes to our website. We hope that by the time summer is in full swing, we will be finished. In the meantime, everything will continue to function normally. Ok, now that I … Continue reading
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Tagged aquamarine, blue, blue gemstones, blue topaz, elizabeta jewelry, iolite, sapphire, tanzanite, zircon
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Purple Gemstones
March Specials 15% off of purple gemstones – iolite, amethyst, tanzanite, spinel, purple sapphire, and lavender chalcedony. Somewhere between the passion of red and the calmness of blue lies the mystery of purple. Those with a passion for purple are … Continue reading
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Tagged amethyst, chalcedony, iolite, march specials, purple gems, purple Gemstones, sapphire, spinel, tanzanite
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