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Citrine

Posted on November 6, 2019November 6, 2019 by Artful Gems

Citrine is November’s birthstone and the 13th anniversary gemstone. It is a variety of quartz that ranges from pale yellow to brownish orange in color. Its yellow hues are caused by traces of iron in quartz crystals. These transparent crystals are found in all sizes as geodes, points, and clusters. The largest producer of this quality Read More

Abalone

Posted on August 2, 2019August 2, 2019 by Artful Gems

Although not a Gemstone, Abalone is cherished as such and used in jewelry. It is nicknamed the Sea Ears because of its flattened, oval shape with iridescent interior. They are also known as Paua, Mother of Pearl, and Nacre. Abalone is a single-shelled, uni-valve saltwater mollusk, native to the Pacific Coast of California stretching up Read More

Garnet Is Perfect for January

Posted on January 1, 2019January 3, 2019 by Artful Gems

The Garnet is such a beautiful stone and to me, undervalued and under-appreciated. I love them! My jewelry collection is filled with the precious stone. This deep hued gem is the birthstone for January and it is given as a second, wedding anniversary gift. Most of us know and recognize it for its rich, deep Read More

Lavender, and Sweet Dreams

Posted on December 20, 2018December 20, 2018 by Artful Gems

Lavender has a delightful floral, yet clean scent. It brings back memories of childhood play and driving on the countryside. This is probably its most sought after trait. It is for me. But, did you know that it has health benefits? People use lavender in many ways to promote good health and well-being. The word lavender comes Read More

Turquoise Blue

Posted on December 12, 2018December 12, 2018 by Artful Gems

Turquoise is the birthstone for the month of December. Its colors range from sky blue through various shades of green; to greenish and yellowish gray. It is an opaque stone of hydrated copper and aluminum phosphate.It is also the stone for Sagittarius which runs from November 22-December 21. And, it is the anniversary gemstone for the Read More