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Garnet is a group of several closely related silicate minerals. Garnets come in a variety of colors but the most well known is the dark red hue. All species of garnets possess similar physical properties and crystal forms, but differ in chemical composition. Garnets are rated between 6.5 and 7.5 on the Mohs hardness scale.

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December - Turquoise

December 20, 2018

Turquoise is the birthstone of December and has an extensive history with many cultures. Turquoise has been a rare and valuable gemstone for thousands of years due to its unique hue.

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