Kyanite, also known as distena, is a mineral belonging to the group of silicates. Its name comes from the Greek “Kyanos”, which translates as “blue”. Typically, it comes from metamorphic rocks, due to a metamorphism that happens in the region, which have a large amount of clays. One of the most curious characteristics of this […]
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When talking about precious jewels, the first thing that comes to mind are diamonds, emeralds, sapphires and rubies. In the same way it happens if one talks about precious stones and their price. However, there are also incredibly beautiful gems of which little is known and which could be as or more expensive than those […]
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One of the rarest minerals that exist is the Serendibite, which was discovered in the year 1902 in Sri Lanka by Dunil Palitha Gunasekera. Its curious name comes from the ancient Arabic spoken in Sri Lanka, and from the term Serendib, because this was the name given to Ceylon. The Serendibite, in general, is a […]
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The characteristics that make a precious stone unique are exactly the same ones that make it valuable. Ammolite belongs to a very exclusive list, it is very difficult to imitate. The origin and aspect of the ammolite make it a unique and very attractive gem. This exotic mineral comes from the rocky mountains of the […]
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When we have the perfect jewel in our hands sometimes we wonder how they’ve done, where did comes from? Or what is its history? But maybe, never comes to us the thinking: it will be cursed? Surely many think that it is not possible; however, there are beliefs that make change your mind. One of […]
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The valuable and ancient jade, considered the most revered stone of the east, has gained prominence of the most important fashion runways of the world and the big names in jewelry from the caliber of Bulgari and Cartier, which have been unable to resist the beauty and eccentricity of this gem and its influential and […]
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The energies of the stones have been used as an instrument of healing throughout all time. The gems or stone have been used to understand the different dimensions of man; these act through the emission of its energy, which is given directly from the sun. The reason for using the stones is that they can […]
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For the various Chinese dynasties, the jade stone has played an important role for the consolidation and development of this culture. In their mythology can be found traces of this precious stone and its emergence as the protagonist of the stories that describes its origin and history. One of the best known is the legend […]
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Were beautiful jewelry and objects made with precious stones by past cultures as long as symbols of power and greatness. The different stones and metals came to the man’s hands to make life easier and more enjoyable. First, they discovered in these health benefits; then it power and a symbolized priceless value. Also they were […]
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Exist in the universe captivating natural wonders, therefore, the human being, in their quest to discover extraordinary things, has created various branches of study, among these we have archeology and mineralogy, the latter being the science that identifies physical and chemical properties of a mineral, and places where these can be found. Jade is a […]