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Spinels.

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Move over diamonds, these little-known gemstones are heating up


https://www.cnn.com/2024/06/11...placement=newsletter

I love to look at gemstones, but I've never been much of a jewelry wearer. When I did wear any it was mostly rings or an occasional necklace.

The rings don't fit anymore. I had no idea gold shrinks over time.


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Due to their pyroelectric (heat-electricity) and piezoelectric (pressure-electricity) properties, tourmaline crystals can attract dust and small particles. The electric charge generated on the surface of the crystal can attract dust to the charged ends. This is similar to how static electricity can cause small particles to be attracted to charged objects.


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Lol.

I love aquamarines, red spinels, and any kind of tourmaline

The thing about semi-precious gems is that quality examples are $$ in today's market.
 
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https://www.1stdibs.com/jewelr...stone/id-j_11628612/

This loose tourmaline caught my eye months ago.

Magnificent.
 
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https://www.1stdibs.com/jewelr...-ring/id-j_11808082/

Premium color aquamarine set in platinum with diamonds.

Nice.
 
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https://www.1stdibs.com/jewelr...GZv3qSAADm2OM45XTMxQ

Beautiful and beautifully cut spinel for $220.

I've wanted this one for months.
 
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