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	<title>Handmade Jewelry Blog by Jewelry Designer John S Brana &#187; Gemstones</title>
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	<description>The creative process Blog of San Francisco Jewelry Designer John S. Brana.  In-depth articles on designing and marketing handmade jewelry and handcrafted fine art jewelry.</description>
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		<title>Citrine &#8211; November Birthstone Jewelry</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 31 Oct 2011 21:11:27 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Citrine &#8211; A Member of the Quartz Family As the birthstone for November, Citrine will certainly be in high demand this coming month. A member of the quartz family, the stone comes in a range of colors from pale yellow to brownish red making it suitable for a variety of styles and tastes when it [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Current Trends in Statement Jewelry</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 12 Oct 2011 23:49:07 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[It&#8217;s Time to Jump on Board with Statement Jewelry Big, bold and attention grabbing, it is obvious that with statement jewelry, more really is better. This season, put away those simpler accessories and be ready to complement your outfit with some of the latest trends. With today’s fashion designers incorporating statement earrings and bracelets into [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Handmade Coral Jewelry</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 14 Oct 2010 16:20:52 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Coral Jewelry Throughout the Ages Coral jewelry has been around for millennia. Ancient artifacts from around 41,000 years ago have been found decorated with this colorful stone. Actually, stone is not really the right word here as coral is made up of millions of microscopic organisms. Growing in colonies, they form the beautiful shapes and [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Handmade Fine Jewelry</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 13 Oct 2010 14:45:45 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Elegant Handmade Jewelry Handmade fine jewelry is an excellent gift choice for both men and women for practically any occasion. Rather than purchasing a piece of jewelry that has been mass produced by machine, a piece of jewelry made by hand offers an extra element of elegance and a personal touch. Handmade Jewelry &#8211; Higher [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Opal &#8211; October&#8217;s Birthstone</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 02 Oct 2010 21:24:06 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[The play of light off an opal makes this one of the most unique gemstones in the world. Those lucky enough to be born in October will be pleased to know that the opal is the birthstone for that month. Whether worn in rings, bracelets or necklaces, this is most definitely a stunning stone which [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Keishi Pearls</title>
		<link>http://www.johnsbrana.com/blog/beaded-gemstone-jewelry/keishi-pearl-jewelry/</link>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 20 Jun 2010 17:25:01 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>John S. Brana</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Keishi Pearls &#8211; A Brief History Pearls have been a prized element for jewelry for thousands of years. Although the most expensive pearls earn their price for their regular shape, even lustre and smooth surface many “inferior” pearl shapes are now becoming popular for their unique appearance and striking style that they can add to [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Pearls &#8211; June&#8217;s Birthstone</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 01 Jun 2010 17:42:51 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[June&#8217;s Birthstone &#8211; The Classic Pearl June’s birthstone, the pearl, has been a favorite gemstone since the days of the Roman Empire. They are the only gemstone created by a living creature and the only one that needs no cutting or polishing to enhance its value. Pearls are formed when an irritant enters the shell [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Emerald &#8211; May&#8217;s Birthstone</title>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 02 May 2010 01:43:44 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Intense. Brilliant. Dazzling. How else could one describe the deep green color of May’s traditional birthstone, the emerald? Emeralds are among the world’s oldest gemstones and have been discovered in many countries from as early as 1500 B.C. In the 1600s, the Emperor Jehangir of Persia owned a cup made from pure emerald which is [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Fleur de Lis Jewelry &#8211; A Touch of Class</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 14 Apr 2010 22:08:08 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Is there anything more elegant and tasteful than silver fleur de lis jewelry? The fleur de lis, a symbol that is well-known throughout the world, has a rich and varied history. Literally translated, fleur de lis means “lily flower” and its origin can be traced back to as early as the Middle Ages throughout Europe. [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Did You Know That Amethyst Has Healing Powers?</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 02 Feb 2010 03:10:26 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Amethyst is considered one of the most beautiful varieties of quartz, if not the most beautiful. Known as the spirituality gemstone, amethyst expresses the connection between the divine and spiritual side, stimulating clairvoyance. It has a very strong protective role. Amethyst is found mainly in Brazil. This gemstone is considered a symbol of success, because [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Discover The World Of January Birthstones</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 29 Dec 2009 01:59:16 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>John S. Brana</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[There are actually two January birthstones; Garnet and Rose Quartz. However, most people only recognize Garnet on a wide scale. The word Garnet is derived from Latin which means grain or seed; &#8220;granatus&#8221;, and it was therefore called thanks to the striking deep red of the gem being so incredibly close to that found in [...]]]></description>
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		<title>The Gemstone of Success &#8211; Citrine</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 05 Nov 2009 19:34:32 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>jbrana</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Known as the &#8220;success stone,&#8221; pale yellow Citrine, the gemstone for November, suffers from a case of mistaken identity that sometimes keeps gem lovers away from its beauty and benefits. In nature the color of Citrine, a quartz crystal, ranges from pale yellow to brown. When cut into a gemstone, Citrine is virtually impossible to [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Enjoy Beaded Gemstone Jewelry Every Day</title>
		<link>http://www.johnsbrana.com/blog/beaded-gemstone-jewelry/enjoy-beaded-gemstone-jewelry-every-day/</link>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 05 Nov 2009 18:52:01 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>jbrana</dc:creator>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.johnsbrana.com/blog/?p=1039</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Few things are more alluring than a lack of complexity. A simple strand with a small jewel speaks volumes. When it comes to jewelry, a strand of silver or gold adorned with a diminutive gem is enough for most events. But, there are times when you don&#8217;t feel the need to be elegant, or want [...]]]></description>
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		<title>First Impressions &#8211; What Does Your Jewelry Tell Others?</title>
		<link>http://www.johnsbrana.com/blog/beaded-gemstone-jewelry/first-impressions-what-does-your-jewelry-tell-others/</link>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 09 Oct 2009 01:31:37 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>jbrana</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Whether you care or not, you make an impression every time you bump into someone different or see an old acquaintance. Research shows that in the first 30 seconds, an attitude is formed based upon your appearance. Your jewelry and what it brings to light about your character is part of that consciousness. If you [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Opal &#8211; October&#8217;s Birthstone</title>
		<link>http://www.johnsbrana.com/blog/beaded-gemstone-jewelry/opal-octobers-birthstone/</link>
		<comments>http://www.johnsbrana.com/blog/beaded-gemstone-jewelry/opal-octobers-birthstone/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Tue, 06 Oct 2009 16:22:07 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>jbrana</dc:creator>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.johnsbrana.com/blog/?p=1063</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Happy birthday October! Your birthstone could not represent you better, as its hues are as varied as the changing leaves and compliment all the dimensions of you. So put forth that color you bring to the lives around you with this multi-faceted African Opal bracelet and necklace. Here, John S. Brana has hand selected African [...]]]></description>
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		<title>The Endless Shades of Blue Topaz Gemstones</title>
		<link>http://www.johnsbrana.com/blog/beaded-gemstone-jewelry/the-endless-shades-of-blue-topaz-gemstones/</link>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 05 Sep 2009 17:21:51 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>jbrana</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[It can be as blue as the sky, a slightly greenish blue, or a highly saturated &#8220;electric&#8221; blue. Whatever its shade, Blue Topaz has a place in beautiful jewelry and intriguing legends. Like most topazes, which are quartz crystals, Blue Topaz starts out as a nearly clear or lightly shade crystal. The gem is then [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Happy Birthday August &#8211; Peridot is Your Birthstone</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 01 Aug 2009 13:32:05 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>jbrana</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[<a target="_blank" title="Peridot - Happy Birthay August - Starfish Cocktail Ring" href="http://www.johnsbrana.com/gemstone-jewelry/peridot-jewelry/sterling-silver-starfish-ring-with-peridot.html">
<img alt="Peridot - Happy Birthay August - August's Birthstone" longdesc="Peridot - Happy Birthay August - Sterling Silver Starfish Cocktail Ring by John S. Brana" src="http://www.johnsbrana.com/blog/Images/sterling-silver-starfish-peridot-ring.jpg" width="140" height="140" class="style1"></a>]]></description>
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		<title>The Importance of Jewelry Appraisals</title>
		<link>http://www.johnsbrana.com/blog/events-trunkshows/the-importance-of-jewelry-appraisals/</link>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 28 Mar 2009 22:44:57 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>John S. Brana</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[<a title="The Importance of Jewelry Appraisals" target="_blank" href="http://www.johnsbrana.com/blog/events-trunkshows/the-importance-of-jewelry-appraisals">
<img alt="The Importance of Jewelry Appraisals" longdesc="The Importance of Jewelry Appraisals" src="http://www.johnsbrana.com/blog/Images/Jewelry Appraisal.jpg" width="140" height="140" class="style1"></a>]]></description>
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		<title>The Best of Both Worlds: Gold Gemstone Jewelry</title>
		<link>http://www.johnsbrana.com/blog/gold-jewelry/the-best-of-both-worlds-gold-gemstone-jewelry/</link>
		<comments>http://www.johnsbrana.com/blog/gold-jewelry/the-best-of-both-worlds-gold-gemstone-jewelry/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Wed, 25 Mar 2009 07:01:18 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>John S. Brana</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[<a title="Gold Gemstone Jewelry by John S. Brana - Barbary Coast Beaded Gemstone Collection" target="_blank" href="http://www.johnsbrana.com/blog/gold-gemstone-jewelry/the-best-of-both-worlds-gold-gemstone-jewelry">
<img alt="Gold Gemstone Jewelry by John S. Brana - Barbary Coast Beaded Gemstone Collection" longdesc="Gold Gemstone Jewelry by John S. Brana - Barbary Coast Beaded Gemstone Collection" src="http://www.johnsbrana.com/blog/Images/Handmade Gold Gemstone Jewelry.jpg" width="140" height="140" class="style1"></a>]]></description>
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		<title>Handmade Gemstone Jewelry &#8211; A Classic Timeless Look</title>
		<link>http://www.johnsbrana.com/blog/beaded-gemstone-jewelry/handmade-gemstone-jewelry-a-classic-timeless-look/</link>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 20 Mar 2009 15:01:43 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>John S. Brana</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[<a title="Handmade Gemstone Jewelry by John S. Brana - Sonoma Beaded Gemstone Chainmail Collection" target="_blank" href="http://www.johnsbrana.com/blog/handmade-gemstone-jewelry/handmade-gemstone-jewelry-a-classic-timeless-look">
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		<title>Fine Gemstone Jewelry Throughout the Year</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 18 Mar 2009 14:01:30 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>John S. Brana</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[<a title="Fine Gemstone Jewelry by John S. Brana - Handcrafted Fine Jewelry" target="_blank" href="http://www.johnsbrana.com/blog/fine-gemstone-jewelry/fine-gemstone-jewelry-throughout-the-year">
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		<title>What Does a Beaded Jewelry Designer Work With?</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 07 Feb 2009 07:01:38 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>John S. Brana</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[<a target="_blank" title="John S. Brana - Beaded Jewelry Designer - Prehnite Amethyst Carnelian Gemstone Necklace" href="http://www.johnsbrana.com/blog/beaded-gemstone-jewelry/beaded-jewelry-designer/what-does-a-beaded-jewelry-designer-work-with/">
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		<title>Happy Birthday August &#8211; Peridot Handcrafted Fine Jewelry by John S. Brana</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 01 Aug 2008 13:11:38 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>John S. Brana</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[<a target="_blank" title="Peridot - Happy Birthay August - Starfish Cocktail Ring" href="http://www.johnsbrana.com/gemstone-jewelry/peridot-jewelry/sterling-silver-starfish-ring-with-peridot.html">
<img alt="Peridot - Happy Birthay August - Starfish Cocktail Ring" longdesc="Peridot - Happy Birthay August - Sterling Silver Starfish Cocktail Ring by John S. Brana" src="http://www.johnsbrana.com/blog/Images/sterling-silver-starfish-peridot-ring.jpg" width="140" height="140" class="style1"></a>]]></description>
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		<title>&#8220;Luxurious Gypsy&#8221;&#8230;Oscar de la Renta launches couture jewelry collection that is definitely not &#8220;shy.&#8221;</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 10 Jul 2008 16:24:48 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>John S. Brana</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[<a target="_blank" title="Oscar de la Renta Launches Couture Jewelry Collection" href="http://www.johnsbrana.com/blog/new-handcrafted-fine-jewelry/luxurious-gypsyoscar-de-la-renta-launches-couture-jewelry-collection-that-is-definitely-not-shy/">
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		<title>July&#8217;s Zodiac Gemstones &#8211; Handcrafted Fine Jewelry by John S. Brana</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 01 Jul 2008 16:35:06 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>John S. Brana</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[&#160; &#160; Happy Birthday July!&#160; Cancer, June 22nd through July 21st, is a water sign, along with Pisces and Scorpio, and just like the ocean tides, Cancers are ruled by the moon.&#160;This beautiful tidal polarity is best celebrated through each of Cancer&#8217;s birthstones, the pearl and moonstone.&#160;Both gems emit a unique and enchanting shimmer as [...]]]></description>
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