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APATITE
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AQUAMARINE
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AQUAMARINE QUARTZ
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Apatite is actually three different minerals depending on the predominance of either fluorine, chlorine or the hydroxyl group. It is usually green to blue.
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Aquamarine is a member of the beryl family and ranges in color from an almost colorless pale blue to blue-green or teal.
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Quartz comes in a wide variety of colors and forms. Aqua quartz is said to help develop creativity, sensitivity and intuition.
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CHRYSOCOLLA
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FRESHWATER PEARL
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The gemstone Chrysocolla is often confused with turquoise. It is thought to offer gentle and soothing qualities.
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When an irritant enters a mollusk's shell, a lustrous substance called nacre is secreted to coat the irritant for protection and a freshwater pearl is formed.
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