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Peridot: The Evening Emerald of August - Arete Adorned

Peridot: The Evening Emerald of August

The vibrant peridot, birthstone of August, is known as the "evening emerald" and is one of the few gemstones that can be both earthly and cosmic in origin!

Peridot: The Evening Emerald of August

The vibrant peridot, birthstone of August, is known as the "evening emerald" and is one of the few gemstones that can be both earthly and cosmic in origin!

Ruby: July's Queen of Gemstones - Arete Adorned

Ruby: July's Queen of Gemstones

Ruby, July's magnificent birthstone, represents the pinnacle of gemstone artistry — a perfect fusion of beauty, rarity, and symbolic power. Whether appreciated for its geological marvel, historical significance, or metaphysical...

Ruby: July's Queen of Gemstones

Ruby, July's magnificent birthstone, represents the pinnacle of gemstone artistry — a perfect fusion of beauty, rarity, and symbolic power. Whether appreciated for its geological marvel, historical significance, or metaphysical...

Alexandrite: The Chameleonic Gemstone of June - Arete Adorned

Alexandrite: The Chameleonic Gemstone of June

This precious and rare gemstone symbolizes transformation and the duality of human nature and is revered by creatives. Learn all about this mesmerizing gemstone!

Alexandrite: The Chameleonic Gemstone of June

This precious and rare gemstone symbolizes transformation and the duality of human nature and is revered by creatives. Learn all about this mesmerizing gemstone!

Emerald: May's Verdant Treasure - Arete Adorned

Emerald: May's Verdant Treasure

The Emerald is one of the "precious four" gemstones, is the traditional birthstone of May, and symbolizes rebirth and renewal. Learn more about its rich history and awesome metaphysical properties!

Emerald: May's Verdant Treasure

The Emerald is one of the "precious four" gemstones, is the traditional birthstone of May, and symbolizes rebirth and renewal. Learn more about its rich history and awesome metaphysical properties!

Protecting Your Fine Jewelry Investment - Arete Adorned

Protecting Your Fine Jewelry Investment

Your fine jewelry will last well beyond your lifetime if you follow these guidelines for protecting and caring for those precious pieces. Understand the risks and hazards to your fine...

Protecting Your Fine Jewelry Investment

Your fine jewelry will last well beyond your lifetime if you follow these guidelines for protecting and caring for those precious pieces. Understand the risks and hazards to your fine...

Diamond: The Brilliant Birthstone of (Lucky) April - Arete Adorned

Diamond: The Brilliant Birthstone of (Lucky) April

Imagine being lucky enough to have an April birthday, and being blessed with the incomparable Diamond as your birthstone! Or, maybe unlucky...given that this priceless gemstone is the queen of...

Diamond: The Brilliant Birthstone of (Lucky) April

Imagine being lucky enough to have an April birthday, and being blessed with the incomparable Diamond as your birthstone! Or, maybe unlucky...given that this priceless gemstone is the queen of...