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aquamarine necklace

Get Your Vitamin “Sea” with the Aquamarine, March’s Birthstone

Calling all modern mermaids Ahh…the aquamarine. When you wear this blue-green gemstone, you can get lost in its cool, transparent ocean-like depths. Named after the Latin for “seawater,” this semi-precious gem comes from a high-class family—beryl, which also produces emeralds. It’s the perfect stone to flash on your finger or around your neck, especially in […]

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amethyst necklace

Purple Passion: Amethyst, February’s Birthstone

The spectacular purples in February’s birthstone, the amethyst, range from a light, delicate lilac to an intoxicating winey blend of rich purple and red. Speaking of intoxicating, its name comes from the Greek “amethystos,” meaning not drunk—it was believed that the stone could keep you from overdrinking. (Don’t try this on your own!) Until the […]

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engagement ring

Tips for Buying Jewelry on Black Friday

Are you shopping for jewelry on Black Friday? Here are some tips to help you get what you want—with better results—as you head out to the sales. Know before you go. Make sure you do your research. Get a sense of what you’re looking for and what you can expect to find in your price […]

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Golden topaz ring

Topaz, November’s Birthstone: The Have-it-Your-Way Gem

November has a pair of beautiful birthstones—topaz and citrine. Both come in beautiful shades of amber, which match the autumn leaves. But since we’ve covered citrine in a previous blog, let’s focus on the amazing topaz. Most gemstones have a typical color, but with a topaz, you aren’t limited to one tone…you have a rainbow […]

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