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Is it Tourmalinated or Tourmalated or Tourmilated? The multiple spellings for this variety of Quartz are almost as unique as the gemstone itself     The trademark look of tourmalated quartz comes from the inclusions of black or dark green tourmaline...
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Moissanite rings are becoming more popular every day. But what exactly is Moissanite anyway?Moissanite Origins In 1893 around Canyon Diablo, Arizona, Dr. Henri Moissan happened upon a meteor crater which contained microscopic particles of an unknown mineral. Dr. Moissan, the 1906...
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"Breakfast in Bed" by Mary Cassatt 1897 In just a few short weeks it will be Mother’s Day; that one special day of the year when we publicly recognize and honor the person who gives us guidance, direction and most...
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