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Ruby

Ruby is the most valuable variety of the corundum mineral species, which also includes sapphire.

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PERIDOT

Found in lava, meteorites, and deep in the earth’s mantle, yellow-green peridot is the extreme gem.
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FANCY COLOR DIAMOND

Dazzling brilliance. Captivating color. These are the planet’s most valued gems.
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DIAMOND

Diamonds are among nature’s most precious and beautiful creations.
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EMERALD

Emerald is the bluish green to green variety of beryl, a mineral species that includes aquamarine.
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CITRINE

Citrine is the transparent, pale yellow to brownish orange variety of quartz.

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