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  Understanding the difference between 925 Silver and Rhodium Silver

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  925 Silver, also called sterling silver, is composed of 92.5% pure silver and 7.5% other metals. Rhodium Silver is925 Silver coated with a thin layer of Rhodium, a gray precious metal belonging to the platinum group. Rhodium plated silver is considered more durable and resistant than 925 silver because of its coating.

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  Emerald: History, Origin, Composition, Virtues, Meaning and Recharging of the stone

  Posted in: Guide to Precious and Fine Gemstones

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  Emerald comes from the Beryl family. Emerald is a member of the family of four gemstones: Diamond Sapphire and the Ruby. The most beautiful Emerald gemstones have a "garden". Today, the stone is highly prized and sought-after for jewelry-making, but also for its beneficial virtues in lithotherapy.

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  Sapphire: History, Origin, Composition, Virtues, Meaning and Reloading of the stone

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  Sapphire is a member of the Corundum family. Sapphire is a gemstone that comes in a variety of colors and hues, the best known being the blue variety, which has been widely exploited throughout history and in the world of jewelry. Sapphires have many other fascinating properties, particularly in the world of lithotherapy, which set them apart from all other types of gemstone.

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  Rubies: History, Origin, Composition, Virtues, Meaning and Reloading of the stone

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  Ruby is a member of the Corundum family. Rubies belong to the category of gemstones, which includes Diamond, Sapphire as well as Emerald. This natural stone is classified as one of the most precious because of its rich and ancient history, its beauty in the world of jewelry and its virtues in the world of lithotherapy. It is one of the rare stones of serenity.

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  Gold Filled vs Gold Plated vs Gold Gilt

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  Two notable differences between these finishes are their treatment and their gold content. The gold weight in Gold Filled is 5% of the total weight of the object. Gold Filled has a gold content 50 to 100 times higher than Gold Plated. The Gold Plated designation is subject to French regulations, which require a minimum gold plating thickness of 3 microns

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  Spinel: History, Origin, Composition, Virtues, Meaning and Recharging of the stone

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  Spinel is a member of the oxide family. Spinel is a mineral that comes in many colors. It is often confused with other fine gemstones such as ruby, sapphire and tourmaline. Spinel has been appreciated for its beauty and hardness since ancient times. Today, its beauty is undiminished, and it is even more highly prized for its beneficial lithotherapy properties. Contrary to popular belief, the word "Spinel" is masculine, not feminine.

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  Kyanite (Cyanite): History, Origin, Composition, Virtues, Significance and Recharging of the stone

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  Kyanite or Cyanite, is a member of the Silicate family. Kyanite possesses interesting physical properties, such as phenomenal resistance to heat and a double hardness that varies according to the axis measured. Kyanite natural stone remains highly prized for its magical blue color and lithotherapy benefits.

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  Topaz: History, Origin, Composition, Virtues, Meaning and Recharging of the stone

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  Topaz is a member of the Silicate family. It has been known for thousands of years and has a wide range of colors, from yellowish-brown to gold, as well as pink, green, blue, orange, etc... Topaz is growing in popularity, both in jewelry design and in the world of lithotherapy.

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  Tourmaline: History, Origin, Composition, Virtues, Significance and Recharging of the stone

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  Tourmaline is a member of the Silicate family. It is one of the few minerals that can be found with all the colors of the rainbow in a single mineral species. This makes Tourmaline one of the most fascinating of all minerals. It is highly prized for its various beneficial properties in lithotherapy.

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  Tanzanite: History, origins, properties and virtues of the stone

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  Tanzanite is a beautiful fine bluestone that adds a touch of color to any type of jewelry. Its deep, pure blue hue makes it a popular choice for engagement rings, wedding bands and other jewelry. But how did this vibrant stone get its name? And why is tanzanite so rare? Read on to learn more about the fascinating history of tanzanite and the properties of this rare stone.

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  Sodalite: History, Origin, Composition, Virtues, Meaning and Recharging of the stone

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  Sodalite is a member of the Silicate family. It is one of the few minerals that can be found mixed with traces of white calcite. Sodalite is mainly blue, but can also be yellow, red, white and green. It is highly prized in the world of jewelry, but also in the world of lithotherapy. This natural stone has many advantages, including the ability to enhance communication and reduce anxiety.

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  Turquoise: History, Origin, Composition, Virtues, Meaning and Recharging of the stone

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  Turquoise is a light to dark blue-green mineral from the phosphate family. It is commonly found in mines and objects in the New World. This natural stone has been used for thousands of years as an ornamental stone and as a traditional material for jewelry, masks, utensils and other objects. It has been prized for its brilliant hues and origin for thousands of years by cultures the world over. Today, its popularity is on the rise, especially among lithotherapy enthusiasts.

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