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	<title>Handmade Jewelry Blog by Jewelry Designer John S Brana &#187; Gemstone</title>
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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>Design Styles in Handmade Jewelry</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 21 Sep 2010 15:48:39 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Organic Jewelry vs Geometric Jewelry The world of jewelry is truly diverse thanks to the range of artistic talent out there. When studying the many items available these days, it becomes clear that there are two major design styles in the jewelry world: organic and geometric. Both of these can be used to enhance the [...]]]></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>
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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>Gentry Magazine &#8211; South Bay &#8211; features Barbary Coast Carnelian Necklace by John S. Brana</title>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 23 Nov 2008 00:20:19 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[<a target="_blank" title="Gentry Magazine - South Bay - Features Jewelry by John S. Brana" href="http://www.johnsbrana.com/blog/press-media-celebrity/gentry-magazine-south-bay-features-barbary-coast-carnelian-necklace-by-john-s-brana/">
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		<title>Niche &#8211; The Magazine for Progressive Retailers &#8211; Summer 2008 &#8211; features Corrugated Sterling Silver Cuff Bracelet by John S Brana</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 06 Aug 2008 17:59:38 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>John S. Brana</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[<a target="_blank" title="Niche - The Magazine for Progressive Retailers - Summer 2008 - features Corrugated Sterling Silver Cuff Bracelet by John S Brana" href="http://www.johnsbrana.com/blog/press-media-celebrity/niche-the-magazine-for-progressive-retailers-summer-2008-features-corrugated-sterling-silver-cuff-bracelet-by-john-s-brana/">
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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>John S. Brana Handmade Jewelry Accessorizes Fashion Model 2008</title>
		<link>http://www.johnsbrana.com/blog/events-trunkshows/john-s-brana-accessorizes-fashion-model-2008/</link>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 13 Jun 2008 22:58:51 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Fashion Model 2008 &#8211; May 24, 2008 &#8211; San Francisco, CA &#8211; Veronica wears Crystal Quartz &#8211; Amber &#8211; Citrine Necklace from the Barbary Coast Collection. Fashion Model 2008 &#8211; May 24, 2008 &#8211; San Francisco, CA &#8211; Quincy wears Garnet Wire Wrapped earrings and Pink Coral, Garnets, and Citrine necklace from the Barbary Coast [...]]]></description>
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		<title>John S. Brana accessorizes upcoming Spring 09 Collection by theSutra</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 10 Jun 2008 02:34:33 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Anamika wears Brazilian Fire Agate Pendant from the SoMa Collection and Two Anticlastic Copper Bracelets from the Sea Cliff Collection Anamika wears Corrugated Sterling Silver Cuff and Jellyfish earrings from the Sea Cliff Collection along with a Smoky Quartz Cocktail Ring from the Pacific Heights Collection. Anamika wears Crystal Quartz, Citrine, and Onyx Beaded Gemstone [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Collections Coming Soon to www.johnsbrana.com</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 09 Jun 2008 02:48:18 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>John S. Brana</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[SoMa Collection &#8211; Watch for hammered silver and bronze rings set with faceted colored gemstones and cabochons &#8211; July 2008. Nob Hill &#8211; Matching rings and pendants in sterling silver, vermeil, and 14K &#8211; 18K yellow gold &#8211; August 2008. Muir Woods &#8211; NEW &#8211; Inspired by the natural beauty of Muir Woods, this collection [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Fall in Line&#8230;with Distinctive Jewelry This Season</title>
		<link>http://www.johnsbrana.com/blog/events-trunkshows/fall-in-linewith-distinctive-jewelry-this-season/</link>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 05 Jun 2008 19:44:45 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>John S. Brana</dc:creator>
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		<category><![CDATA[barbary coast]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Bold Patterns]]></category>
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		<category><![CDATA[monterey]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[Jewelry collections by John S. Brana are on target with the Fall 2008 Ready-to-Wear designer runways. The Fall 2008 season is characterized by gray being the new black…again, the maxi dress in bold patterns and red-carpet glamour, and rich textured fabrics ruched, frayed and displayed in origami folds. Not to be overlooked however, chunky beaded [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Now Browse by Gemstone, Metal, and Price Point!</title>
		<link>http://www.johnsbrana.com/blog/events-trunkshows/now-browse-by-gemstone-metal-and-price-point/</link>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 28 Feb 2008 17:11:32 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>John S. Brana</dc:creator>
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		<category><![CDATA[Addiction]]></category>
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		<category><![CDATA[Beautiful Gold]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Browse by Gemstone]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Browse by Metal]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Browse by Price Point]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Collections]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Colors]]></category>
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		<category><![CDATA[distinctive jewelry]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[Each of us is drawn to our favorite things, a collection that defines who we are and makes us unique. We prefer certain colors, identify with distinctive shapes and place value on bright and shiny things. Some may even verge on a certain aesthetic addiction- an all-black wardrobe, complete households of minimalist square furniture, an [...]]]></description>
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		<title>New Beaded Gemstone Earrings &#8211; Barbary Coast Collection</title>
		<link>http://www.johnsbrana.com/blog/beaded-gemstone-jewelry/new-beaded-gemstone-earrings-barbary-coast-collection/</link>
		<comments>http://www.johnsbrana.com/blog/beaded-gemstone-jewelry/new-beaded-gemstone-earrings-barbary-coast-collection/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Thu, 21 Feb 2008 18:47:00 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>John S. Brana</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Gemstones]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[14K Gold]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[18k gold]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[apatite]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Aquamarine.]]></category>
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		<category><![CDATA[crystal quartz]]></category>
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		<category><![CDATA[Fine Silver]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[freshwater pearls]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[Are you ready for something different? I have been working on an innovative style of wire wrapped beaded gemstone earrings for spring to the Barbary Coast Collection. These new earrings feature various semi-precious gemstone beads in either Fine Silver, 14K Gold Filled, or 14K or 18K Gold. Current selections include Apatite, Aquamarine, Carnelian, Crystal Quartz, [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Amazonite &#8211; A New Addition to the Monterey Collection</title>
		<link>http://www.johnsbrana.com/blog/events-trunkshows/amazonite-a-new-addition-to-the-monterey-collection/</link>
		<comments>http://www.johnsbrana.com/blog/events-trunkshows/amazonite-a-new-addition-to-the-monterey-collection/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Thu, 08 Feb 2007 19:31:00 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>John S. Brana</dc:creator>
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		<category><![CDATA[Albite]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Amazon Area]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Amazon River]]></category>
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		<category><![CDATA[Granitic Rocks]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Green Colors]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Ilmen Mountains]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Mesh Metal]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Microcline Feldspar]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[New Addition]]></category>
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		<category><![CDATA[Peak Colorado]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Quality Crystals]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Silver Rings]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Small Quantities]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[smoky quartz]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Sterling Silver Chain]]></category>

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		<description><![CDATA[Amazonite (sometimes called &#8220;Amazon stone&#8221;) is a green variety of microcline feldspar. The name is taken from that of the Amazon River, from which certain green stones were formerly obtained, but it is doubtful whether green feldspar occurs in the Amazon area. Amazonite is a mineral of limited occurrence. Formerly it was obtained almost exclusively [...]]]></description>
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