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Peridot Is August

Posted on August 11, 2018 by Artful Gems

Peridot is the birthstone for August and the 15th anniversary gemstone. The ancient Egyptians mined it on the Red Sea island of Zabargad, and called it the gem of the sun. It is one of the few gemstones in only one color. It is the lime green tone that is most recognized. Some believed it Read More

I Love Silver

Posted on December 28, 2017September 30, 2018 by Artful Gems

I have always been partial to silver. The attraction goes as far back as I can remember. I grew up with my grandparents, my father’s parents. They insisted in always having the very best they could afford. So silver was not the go-to metal for the jewelry they purchased, especially if the jewelry was for me. Read More