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Wear Your Moonbeams: June’s “Other” Birthstone, the Moonstone

June actually has several birthstones; we’ve discussed pearls and alexandrite in previous articles. This month I want to spotlight the luminous moonstone gem, both affordable and beautiful. In Hindu mythology, that moonstone was said to be created from moonbeams, which explained the beautiful “moonlight” that shimmers across the stone. It’s affordable, mysterious, and beautiful. Moonstone […]

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Meet Alexandrite, one of June’s Birthstones—Emerald by Day/Ruby by Night

There’s a June birthday gem in town that you probably haven’t heard of. We’ve already discussed pearls and moonstones, so let’s examine alexandrite, the most expensive of the three. The most amazing thing about alexandrite: It changes color in different types of lighting. In daylight or fluorescent light it appears green; in incandescent light (lightbulb), […]

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All about pearls, June’s delicate birthstone

Ah, June…the month of brides, summer, and the pearl birthstone. Actually, June has three birthstones (it’s an over-achieving month): besides pearls, there are also moonstones and alexandrite, but let’s focus on the oh-so-classy pearl, so perfect in a necklace, earring, ring, or brooch. They’re treasured for their delicate hues, and for being the only gem […]

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Celebrate June’s Lustrous Birthstone: Pearls

“A woman needs ropes and ropes of pearls.” –Coco Chanel From Coco Chanel to contemporary designers, pearls have a special place in gemstone jewelry. And for you lucky June babies, it’s your birthstone. A pearl’s shimmering iridescence, with tones from white to cream to pink, is flattering to every skin tone. Another reason June is […]

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