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Inclusions in Gemstones
In general, it is considered that transparent gemstones should be as clear and free from inclusions as possible. Inclusions are material that has become trapped in the crystal as it was formed. There are very, very few gems that contain no inclusions at all and there are some, again very few, who contain inclusions that make them incredibly interesting in their own right.
Peridot – August Birthstone
16th Wedding Anniversary Gift Peridot, pink tourmaline and pearls. Peridot – a green variety of the Olivine mineral which is found in lava and meteorites.
Pearl – June Birthstone
30th Wedding Anniversary Gift Pearls are an organic gem material. They form inside oysters (saltwater pearls) or mussels (freshwater pearls) There are three types of
Turquoise – Birthstone for December
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