Designs by PattieK
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STONE OF THE MON TH July Birthstone – The Ruby Rubies, the birthstone of July, are considered the king of gems and represent love, health and wisdom. It was believed wearing a fine red Ruby bestowed good fortune on its owner. A Ruby is the most valuable gemstone and its value increases based on its color and quality. Beside its bright color, it is a most desirable gem due to its hardness, durability, luster, and rarity. Ruby is distinguished for its bright red color, being the most famed and fabled red gemstone, a variety of the mineral corundum (aluminum oxide). Its name comes from ruber, Latin for red. Other varieties of gem-quality corundum are called sapphires. Ruby is considered one of the four precious stones, together with sapphire, emerald and diamond. It has been said that the Ruby’s red glow comes from an internal flame that cannot be extinguished, making a gift of this stone symbolic of everlasting love. With its hardness and durability, it is a perfect engagement gem. And if worn on the left hand, ancient lore has it that the Ruby will bring good fortune to its wearer, too!
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BIO I have been designing and hand making unique, one-of-a-kind jewelry pieces for over 18 years. My collection of beads and findings is always growing and I continue to take classes to learn new techniques and increase my knowledge of jewelry design. I joined my local Gem and Mineral Society to further my knowledge of gemstones and minerals. My designs are available on my website: www.designsbypattiek.com or by private appointment to shop in my home studio. My studio is always open to anyone wishing to view my jewelry items. I'm also always willing to accommodate a friend in need of a gift or last minute event as well. My inspirations come from many things but mostly from the gemstones themselves. When I look at individual stones they inspire me to make something beautiful. I redesign and re-purpose old pieces of jewelry and make some jewelry repairs (based on a free one-on–one consultation). I hope you enjoy my work as much as I enjoy creating it for you. |
