Opal Articles

1). Birthstone Meaning By : Alice Sy
January - Garnet The Romans named this deep-red stone granatum, or pomegranate, because of its resemblance to the fruit's rare, jewel-like seeds. Symbolizing faith and courage, garnets are believed to intensify affection and nurture the imagination. February - Amethyst A symbol of peace since ancient times, amethyst was once used to decorate the British crown jewels.
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2). April Celebrities Share The Diamond Birthstone With You By : Sher Matsen
If you are still young enough to admit you have birthdays and your birthday falls in April then you already know the diamond is April’s birthstones. Celebrities who already have a love affair with diamonds are even more apt to be seen wearing diamonds if their birthday is in April. There are many April celebrities that share the diamond birthstone with you.
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3). The Mystery Of The Opal By : Sher Matsen
There is no other stone that has the mystery of the opal. With its fiery colors and magnificent spectrum of color it draws you in and you are helpless to look away. Every opal is different. There are no two stones the same. And every stone reflects the light differently depending on its depth and personal characteristics. This stone eludes a mystical aura without even trying.
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4). Treasure Hunting At Herkimer Diamond Mine By : David Cowley
Herkimer diamonds are double terminated quartz crystals that are found in Herkimer County, New York, hence the name. These crystals have usually have a shape that is very similar to diamonds with 18 facets and two terminators or points at the end.
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5). Coober Pedy - The Opal Capital Of Australia By : Miguel Scaccialupo
Coober Pedy is without a doubt one of the most unique outback destinations in Australia. Set in a stark arid landscape often compared to Mars, this outback mining town where many people live underground is the source of most of the world's precious opal production. Coober Pedy is located about 850 kilometres north of Adelaide in remote outback Australia.
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6). Treasure Hunting For Diamonds At Crater of Diamonds State Park By : David Cowley
Could there actually be a much more exciting name for a tourist attraction than "Crater of Diamonds State Park"?
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8). Opal As A Jewelry Gemstone By : Mitch Endick
This stone has indeed captured the imagination of humankind because of its spectacular variety of color and luminescence. This is one of the only gemstones that have relatively high water content, and a structure much like that of quartz.
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9). Genuine Oriental Necklaces And The History Of Oriental Necklaces By : Kristi Ambrose
These Oriental necklaces such as Carnelian, Colored Glaze, Crystal, Jade, and Pearl are available for a various amount of prices as is any other product online. If your looking for good quality you can check out the sites below and see what turns up.
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