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Agate is an enchanting gemstone which has countless variations in style and colour. Agate is truly one of nature's most enchanting accomplishments. This gemstone can be patterned with brilliant layers, tree-shaped patterns (known as dendrites), and moss-like mottling. In some cultures agate is believed to cure the stings of scorpions and snakes.
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Amber is a fascinating gemstone, formed from the fossilised resin of pine trees that existed 50 million years ago. Its colours range from milky white, to its familiar honey colour, right through to a shade reminiscent of cognac. The ancient Greeks were fond of amber and Homer writes of amber jewellery in Odysseus.
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Amethyst is a purple gemstone whose name derives from the Greek "to not intoxicate". It was believed that amethyst had special powers that prevented wine drinkers from getting drunk. Consequently Greek & Roman chalices were lined with amethyst. Amethyst can be found in shades of purple ranging from light violet to a deep, rich grape hue.
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Coral is a small marine organism called a polyp which lives in warm seas. Polyps form tree-like structures and vary in colour depending on geography and depth of water. In our quest to maintain our wonderful ecosystem, Mochishop only uses coral from sustainable and non-endangered sources.
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Garnet has been used as a gemstone since the Bronze Age. During the Flood, it is said that Noah had a garnet lamp to help in navigate his ark in the darkness. The etymology of the word "garnet" is possibly linked to the word pomegranate, which shares similar rich red and purple hues. Garnet is also found in yellows, greens, pinks and, less commonly, blues.
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Goldstone, also known as Monk's Stone, is believed to have been discovered by an Italian monastic order during the Renaissance. The stone itself is made from a reddish brown glass. The sparkling effect of the goldstone is created by copper salts.
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Hematite is a gemstone with a metallic-black sheen. This cool, metallic look makes it ideal for contemporary jewellery. Hematite is often magnetised in order to create novel jewellery that opens and fastens without need for clasps.
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Howlite is a white or grey stone which features an attractive spider-web matrix. A very useful stone, Howlite can be dyed to achieve interestingly coloured, contemporary looking jewellery.
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Jade has been used by the Chinese since prehistoric times and gone through interesting transformations in its evolution. Once used as weapons for military purposes, jade was then used to represent the Imperial, in more recent times jade is associated with feminine charm and charisma. Jade embraces all shades of green and can even be found in red and lavender.
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Moonstones are a variety of feldspar, and can be translucent or milky. They are described as containing a mysterious, shimmering light that appears to come from deep within the stone. This iridescent shimmering is an optical effect created by the reflection of light from the stone. Traditionally, moonstones have been used as gifts between lovers.
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Onyx is a black for of quartz which can also be found in browns and reds. The word onyx means "nail" as it was believed that the gemstone is made from the Goddess Venus' fingernails.
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Pearls are the product of nature's splendour. They form when an irritant lodges in an oyster's shell. The irritant develops into a shimmering, iridescent sphere that is so venerated as jewellery.
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Quartz is a crystal with many forms and colours and includes such gemstones as amethyst and citrine in its family. Quartz bead-work has been found in caves in Israel that date back 5000 to 6000 years ago. In contemporary jewellery quartz is also widely used, exemplifying quartz's timeless appeal for jewellery makers.
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Rose quartz is a delightful, feminine gemstone which is usually found in powder-pinks colours. The gemstone has an enchanting dream-like cloudiness about it.
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Tiger Eye (or Tiger's Eye) is a gemstone that has an amazing optical effect. A band of shimmering light that scans across the stone as you change your viewpoint, creating the impression of a watchful tiger's eye. Indeed, the colours of the gemstone are rich in golden yellows and reddish browns - the colours of the tiger.
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Turquoise is a beautiful gemstone which can range from sky blue to moss green. It is a highly cherished gemstone across time and cultures. The Aztec, Egyptian, Native American and Tibetan civilizations all prized this gemstone. In Tibet turquoise is not even considered a stone but a piece of Heaven.
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