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AQUAMARINE

- March -
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Aquamarine got its name from the Latin word aqua, meaning water, and marina, meaning the sea. It was believed to protect sailors, as well as to ensure a safe journey .

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Aquamarine is found in many parts of the world including North America, South America, Russia, India, Madagascar and Africa.

Aquamarine is formed from beryl. It is one of the most common minerals around. Although, Aquamarine does also have traces of beryllium, a very rare mineral. Mostly found in granite pegmatite's.

Aquamarine is formed inside of rocks. Especially granite, and metamorphic rocks. When mined, the Rock has to be injected with gases and pressure. Then, the rock splits in half. After that, the gem is mined out of the rock with a special tool called the pick. That way, you won't break the precious stone.

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FUN FACT #1:

Colorado's state gemstone is Aquamarine.
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FUN FACT #2:

The largest aquamarine gem mined to date is 19 inches long.

FUN FACT #3:

Aquamarine is said to bring joy to a married couple on there 19th anniversary.
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TOPAZ

- November -
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Topaz got its name from the Russian Czars of the 1800's. It's look-a-like, Citrine, is known as healing quartz.

Topaz is primarily found in Brazil, Bolivia, and Spain.

Topaz is an igneous rock that crystallizes in the last stage of solidification from chemicals that contain flourine.

Topaz is mined at the surface of the earth or underground. You must excavate the gem and then strip the exterior rock to mine this gem.

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Fun Fact #1:
It is known for being underground several thousands of years in the ancient past.

Fun Fact #2:
Comes in a variety of colors including yellow, pink, purple, orange, and many shades of blue. Although as the birthstone, the orange is most representative of November.

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It is one of the most affordable and plentiful gemstones in nature.