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topaz stones are given for anniversaries

3 Things to Consider When Looking at Topaz Gems

by Mosteller American Gemstones | Apr 24, 2020November 27th, 2019 | Gemstones Blog

Topaz is a gem that gets its name from a few different sources, some Greek in origin. It is fitting that this particular gem has multiple origin...

Peridot is a gem that is light to olive-green in color

Meteors & Peridot: An Unlikely Pair

by Mosteller American Gemstones | Mar 25, 2020November 27th, 2019 | Gemstones Blog

There are many origin stories to our gemstones. While we don’t know exactly how these crystals align nicely to create different types of gems, the...

The connection to water with aquamarine meant something to mystics as well

Aquamarine: A Cure for Procrastination?

by Mosteller American Gemstones | Feb 25, 2020November 27th, 2019 | Gemstones Blog

When it comes to gemstones, you will find that many of their sources are steeped in folklore and superstition. Not only are so many of these stones...

Famous people throughout history have loved sapphires

Sapphires: Fun Facts About Your Favorite Blue Beauties

by Mosteller American Gemstones | Jan 24, 2020November 28th, 2019 | Gemstones Blog

Sapphires are known for their deep blue hue, amongst other things. Often referred to as pieces of the ocean or sky in their history, sapphires are...

Famous Rubies & Where You Can See Them

by Mosteller American Gemstones | Dec 27, 2019November 27th, 2019 | Gemstones Blog

With its vivid red color, it is not surprising that the rubies of the world have an interesting past! Once thought to grow from trees as small white...