The Crystal Joys Blog

January: Garnets
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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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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Autumn is here! With its crisp temperatures, beautiful foliage, and abundant opportunities for fun gatherings and events, fall is many people’s favorite season. The seasonal transition from summer to autumn is reflected in our fashion, as we say goodbye to...
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