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Monthly Archives: July 2015
Europe’s other native gemstones
In addition to amber, Europe had immediate access to seven more gems. Some were actually native, others were imported but from within the ancient Mediterranean trading circuit. Garnet is the second chief gemstone native to Europe. Like amber, it’s found … Continue reading
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