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Aquamarine Brings the Lure of the Sea to March

Look deep into an aquamarine and you can almost hear crashing waves. The name of March’s birthstone comes from the Latin for “sea water.” According to the GIA, ancient Romans believed it would calm rough seas. It was also believed that mermaids had these stones as their treasures—and would give them to sailors for their […]

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Smithsonian Jewels: An Exclusive Sneak Peak

A few months ago, I was fortunate enough to be part of a small group tour behind-the-scenes of the Smithsonian jewels, officially known as the Gem and Mineral collection. Talk about a highlight of my life! As a Graduate Gemologist and appraiser,  this was a dream come true. Behind the “restricted” signs Russell Feather, the […]

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