June Birthstones: Pearls, Moonstone and Alexandrite
Is a Pearl a Stone? A Quick Geology Lesson.
As you may have guessed, a pearl is not a stone. Here’s a quick layman’s summary of the differences between minerals, rocks, stones and gemstones…and why a pearl is none of these things.
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may be a bit parital since my birthday is in November but Citrine has always been one of my favorite minerals. The golden color always catches my eye and I just want to touch it! Citrine is a mineral that is known for its cleansing and balancing properties. Wear this crystal when you are seeking personal balance, confidence and clarity.
November Birthstone: Topaz November Birth-mineral: Citrine
Thread the post through the bead and use the pliers to bend a small hook into the base of the post that will hold the bead on it. Now thread one of the earring hooks onto the post and to finish the earring, bend the post in half and tuck it into the bead.
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Let me know if you give these a try and I’d love to see pictures!
