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'Ōhi'a Lehua Pendant In 14k Yellow and Rose Gold With Greenland Rubies and Diamonds by Maui Divers

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Tiaras of the future Queen Mary

I love a good list and @duchessofostergotlands requested one of the tiaras that Mary will wear as queen. As usual I had a lot to say.

Crown Jewels

Queen Caroline Amelie's Emerald Tiara

Denmark is unusual among modern monarchies in that they still have wearable jewelry in their crown jewels. There is a diamond set, a pearl and ruby set, and of course the beautiful emerald parure. This tiara cannot be taken outside of Denmark and is only worn by the queen. I really hope Mary wears it for her first official portrait as queen.

Major Tiaras: Non-Restricted

Princess Louise's Pearl Poiré Tiara

This tiara has only been worn by Queen Margrethe during her reign but previously was worn by crown princesses and princesses. It is a very important tiara but I wouldn't mind Queen Mary loaning this one occasionally to other people like Christian's future wife.

Queen Désirée's Ruby Parure Tiara

Queen Ingrid kept this tiara even after her husband passed and then left it to Crown Prince Frederik for his future wife so it was never worn by Queen Margrethe. I expect Crown Princes Mary will continue wearing this tiara for now as the parure was extensively remodeled to suit her. When Christian marries, she may decide to pass it on to his wife establishing it as the de facto crown princess tiara, keep wearing it herself, or ideally keep wearing it while also loaning it the future crown princess.

Minor Tiaras

We don't yet know how Queen Margrethe will handle passing on her jewelry. In other countries with recent abdications, Queen Beatrix of the Netherlands still attends tiara events but Queen Paola of Belgium and Queen Sofia of Spain do not. If Margrethe decides to keep attending them she may hold on to some of these for a while.

Grand Duchess Louise of Baden's Palmette Tiara

This isn't my favorite tiara in the Danish vault because of the way it ends so abruptly instead of tapering off. Queen Mary's going to have to pull off some great tiara hair to cover that up.

Crown Princess Margaret's Turquoise Daisy Tiara

Queen Mary looks good in turquoise but I'm really looking forward to seeing this tiara on Princess Isabella and Princess Josephine.

Queen Ingrid's Floral Aigrette Tiara

I've loved the way Queen Margrethe played around with this tiara but I am looking forward to Queen Mary putting it back on a tiara frame like Queen Ingrid wore it.

Queen Margrethe's Naasut Tiara

Queen Margrethe was given this tiara by Greenland in 2012 and I have been waiting for day it is worn by Queen Mary. I think the delicate gold flowers are really going to look great against her dark hair.

Personal Tiaras

Wedding Tiara

Queen Margrethe gave this tiara to Crown Princess Mary as a wedding gift and Mary later had optional pearls added.

Ruby & Spinel Necklace Tiara

Mary bought herself this tiara at an auction and debuted it 2015. I think it was a very smart move because it was only 8050 EUR (probably less than some of her gowns) and it will be a great piece for her children to wear in the future.

Every country and monarch handles jewelry a little differently. Queen Margrethe gave each of her daughters-in-law a tiara but did not share any of her tiaras with them. She did share with her nieces (the daughters of her two sisters) when her sisters didn't have enough tiaras to loan them for events. I would like to see the future King Frederik X and Queen Mary change how the jewelry is dispersed.

First of all they need to stop giving away jewelry. The mainline has already lost the Queen Alexandrine's Diamond Drop Tiara to the Countess of Frederiksborg and Princess Dagmar's Diamond Floral Tiara to Princess Marie. Those are both beautiful, versatile tiaras that would have served the family well in the future. In the previous generation, Princess Benedikte was given Queen Sofia's Star & Pearl Tiara and her Floral Birthday Tiara made from other jewelry and Queen Anne Marie was given Crown Princess Margaret's Khedive Tiara and her Antique Corsage Tiara made from other jewelry. There's no reason to give away tiaras anymore to people whose descendants will have little reason to wear them.

Then to make up for not giving away any jewelry there needs to be more sharing! I don't want to see the same person wear the same tiara to every event. Queen Mary will have the Emerald Tiara exclusively and then may choose to keep the Pearl Poiré Tiara and Ruby Parure Tiara to herself but everything else should be shared among her daughters, daughters-in-law, and other members of the extended Danish Royal Family. It would make things so much more interesting.

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How the GoT Characters Propose To You

We’re BACK AT IT AGAIN FOLKS

In this imagine, you’ll be proposed to by: Ned Stark, Robb Stark, Sansa Stark, Jon Snow, Benjen Stark, Jory Cassel, Dolorous Edd, Yara Greyjoy, Daenerys Targaryen, Jorah Mormont, Missandei, Grey Worm, Tywin Lannister, Tyrion Lannister, Jaime Lannister, Sandor Clegane, Bronn, Petyr Baelish, Stannis Baratheon, Davos Seaworth, Margaery Tyrell, Brynden Tully, Edmure Tully, Brienne of Tarth, Ramsay Bolton, Roose Bolton, Oberyn Martell, Beric Dondarrion

NED STARK

In spite of the fact your families arranged this marriage years ago, Ned has to be his usual honorable, traditional self and go along with the expected courting process. That includes a formal proposal, but… that’s not for the purpose of tradition. The way he beams and looks at you with such adoration, you can tell he just really wants to hear you say “yes” to the proposal he shyly talks through. The ring is on the more modest side, combining the direwolf and your house’s sigil. There’s a personal touch on the inside; either an inscription or an engraving that has a special meaning to the two of you. He likely has a matching ring, very unassuming, that he wears whenever possible.

ROBB STARK

He didn’t expect to fall so completely for you during this stuffy courting process. Robb can’t believe how lucky he is, and it’s obvious to everyone how enamored he is with you. He’s ready to jump straight to the wedding, tradition be damned, but oh well. What he does do is give you the ring quite early, and his own proposal, even if your marriage has been long decided. His proposal is straightforward, but there’s love and earnestness in his eyes as he takes your hands and presents the ring he secretly acquired. It’s beautifully crafted, with silver direwolves and gemstones that match your house’s sigil for their eyes.

SANSA STARK

Sansa had thought about this for a long time. Letting that romantic spirit come back, even after you’d been together for a while, was difficult. The whole concept of marriage had become repulsive to her, but together the two of you could make it something different. She gave you an unassuming ring you could always wear, with gemstones that reminded her of your eyes. She tried not to cry with happiness as she gave her heartfelt proposal. You’d say your vows in the weirwoods, where she always wanted to be married. The whole day would seem like a dream to her, like the innocent daydreams she had as a girl, before the world took everything.

JON SNOW

He had it planned out: What he would say, where he would say it, but his nerves and doubts bite at him again and again. You can tell he’s been thinking about something for months, it’s been weighing on him, but you hadn’t expected this. It all makes sense when you both are alone in a godswood and Jon takes your hand … and finally blurts it all out. He had a silver ring made; you don’t know how he managed it, but it’s pretty in its simplicity. There’s a direwolf running across the ring, its teeth bared, and another one running beside it. A pack of two.

BENJEN STARK

The asking and ceremony would be more of a ‘symbolic’ thing - being you both were in the Night’s Watch, and you were in disguise. It’s why when he first asked you, you thought it was some silly jap. “Of course, Ben,” You rolled your eyes. “I would love to be your wife.” Then he took your hand, removed the old woolen glove covering it and put on a small, unassuming iron ring that fit you perfectly. Benjen couldn’t stop grinning as he asked you again. It’s a sweet moment you share high up on the wall, in the middle of the darkness, where it seems like you both are totally alone in the world. Days afterward, you notice the engravings of the direwolf inside the ring.

JORY CASSEL

No matter how long you both were together at this point, Jory gets tongue-tied and stumbles over what he carefully rehearsed. He’s still so sure you’ll refuse him, given the small land and influence his family has. He thought for a long time about what sort of ring to get you, and admittedly, he was thinking about it early on in the relationship. It’s something quite pretty and elegant, and it references your house and personal taste. Honorable and traditional as he was, it didn’t feel right going to your family for “formal” permission. He wanted to know your feelings first, and that you truly wanted the arrangement.

EDDISON TOLLETT

You being his “old lady” was a dumb in-joke you and Edd had for some time. You were disguised in the Night’s Watch, of course, but the way you two (playfully) bickered made everyone call you an exhausting old couple. Even when you both were alone, Edd would use “wife”, though you were increasingly aware it wasn’t a joke anymore. Finally he really asks you, even if it’s pointless, even if it’s while you both are freezing in the middle of a frozen wasteland. And even then, he’s still surprised you say yes. One day he ties a piece of old twine around your finger, blushing the whole time, insisting you don’t have to keep it on if you don’t want to.

YARA GREYJOY

If you were from the greenlands, from the get-go, Yara liked to refer to you as her salt wife. It was half teasing, half telling the other Ironborn to stay away. Whenever she’d say it, she’d keep such a protective hold on your waist, you were half-convinced she was going to carry you off to her ship. Eventually she made good on that promise. If you were Ironborn, Yara would be more willing to be forward. She’d tell you about some story she heard from her uncle about brides of the sea, women who stayed together and never married, though you knew she wasn’t one for fancies. Regardless, she’d have matching necklaces made for the both of you, leather and iron, like most of what she owns. She keeps it protected under her clothes.

DAENERYS TARGARYEN

Oh, she’s brought it up with you plenty of times - how you’ll be her Queen before gods and men, no matter what anyone thinks. The thing is, you both never did a grand ceremony. There were other matters to attend to, but Daenerys always made it clear to visitors who you were to her. She has plans for a wonderful ceremony once she takes her throne back, a celebration of your unbreakable union… Well, until then, you both can have your private vows. There’s dozens of beautiful things she’s given you (mostly from suitors who won’t bugger off), but your favorite is a necklace she had specially made. It’s a necklace of obsidian with dragons in flight, all connected together. The three largest dragons have a ruby, a diamond and an emerald for their eyes - a reference to her children, who are also fond of you. You two also wear matching obsidian bands with small rubies, made from the same stone as the necklace.

JORAH MORMONT

First, you knew this was happening. Jorah wears his heart on his sleeve and that’s even more evident when he’s worried about something. You noticed he was being both especially loving and anxious. You considered saying something, but he was clearly waiting for a perfect moment. Seriously, he’d look ready to say something, then back off at the last second at least a dozen times. Finally Jorah asked you, with the most loving smile on his face, and he was so choked up when you accepted - as if he really thought you’d refuse. You’ve told him before that you don’t need anything fancy, but he still gets you a lovely and elegant ring with silver-black engravings of small bears and another animal you’re fond of. He’s thrilled if you got him a matching ring or necklace; again, Jorah didn’t imagine you’d want such a thing. He’d wear it constantly and it’d become something he’d fiddle with when he was nervous.

MISSANDEI

Missandei would wait for you to pop the question because, in truth, she never imagined you’d want to. She understood that was a tradition in your home country, but you were both women, and she was… well, she just didn’t expect it. But Missandei’s eyes light up with surprise and adoration at your earnest question, and she says yes without even thinking. She isn’t one for anything fancy, but she’d love you both to have a matching set of bracelets, necklaces or rings - something elegant but not flashy, perhaps with stones or engravings that mean something personal to the both of you. She’d always wear it, even if she had to hide it under her clothes for some reason or another. She’s terribly flustered when someone asks her who it’s from and what it means.

GREY WORM

Oh, no no no. He’d grown a lot beside you, and as Daenerys’ commander, but there were still areas where Grey Worm felt like he wasn’t enough. It would take a lot of prodding and reassurance from Missandei before he’d finally start planning. You’d wonder what he was up to, and he’d just shyly say it was a surprise and you’d learn eventually. His proposal is sweet and faltering; he tried to stay serious, but he just couldn’t when you looked at him with those kind eyes. Grey Worm decided to make the jewelry himself - it would be an intricate leather bracelet with gemstones inlaid. He hunted the animal and tanned the leather himself, and spent many evenings hurting his fingers to put it together. He has a matching one, though it’s far simpler.

TYWIN LANNISTER

First off, this was a marriage arranged well in advance, so you didn’t expect any extended courting or proposals. This was Tywin, after all. Still he managed to surprise you a fortnight before the wedding with an absurdly jeweled ringbox. The ring itself was Lannister gold, and you anticipated lions and rubies… but it was your house’s sigil, with your birthstone inlaid, and small lions along the band. It’s far more than you anticipated from such a man. And when Tywin presented it to you, you sensed his expectation, and the heat in his eyes... He would never admit to wanting your approval, but that look was saying otherwise. Some years later, you have more jewelry than you could dream of, but you still wear that original ring most often. You’ll catch him glancing at it when you put it on, or twist it around your finger, then he’ll glance aside like he wasn’t watching.

TYRION LANNISTER

Naturally, he’s been thinking of this and planning it for weeks, maybe months, depending on how in love he is. Even if it’s a marriage of love, Tyrion will still have late-night nagging thoughts that you’ll back out, or you’re doing it out of duty. When he takes your hand and gives you the sweetest proposal you’ve ever heard, he still isn’t sure… until you kiss him and tell him what a silly man he’s being. Of course you’d accept. The ring has beautiful craftsmanship, with delicate flowers, lions and gemstones matching your house. It’s rosegold and silver rather than Lannister gold, and the inscription inside is something of an in-joke between you two, likely a quote from a book.

JAIME LANNISTER

You were concerned when he first approached you. It’s rare Jaime is this solemn with you, and he’d been acting strange the past week. Then he started to speak, and you realized he was nervous. His cheeks were starting to get red, and he was having trouble looking right at you. His nervousness came from the fact that Jaime wasn’t entirely sure you’d say yes, no matter how long you’d been together, no matter how confident he was that whole time. All the doubts would begin to creep, and before you could even answer, he considered backing out. But you said yes, and the smile that grew on his face was so wonderful to see. Jaime doesn’t want anything fancy or ceremonial, tradition and his family name be damned. The ring is gold, naturally, but it’s simple and charming. There’s small, pretty gemstones inlaid beside lion engravings.

SANDOR CLEGANE

At this point, you two have been married in all but name for years. He has his own thoughts on marriage, and you have your’s, and there was never a rush. People in the village already thought you already took vows, so honestly, you might have kids before Sandor starts considering something a little official. It would be something simple, but heartfelt. He’d have a fancy leather bracelet woven for you, or a simple silver ring, if you’d prefer that. He wouldn’t want much for himself, and would be flustered if you made something - but he’d absolutely wear it. Instead of taking the three black dogs from the Clegane sigil, you both would think of something new.

BRONN

He’s made all sorts of stupid jokes about marriage, especially now that he’s a proper lord. You’ve never taken any of it seriously, especially when these sentimental rambles come from when he’s drunk and wanting under your dress. Other times are when you’re out and about and pass a sept - “We oughta made it official, then go straight to the wedding night” - really, you never expected him to be serious about it. One evening he tossed something shiny at you, and you caught it. It was a beautiful ring with a huge diamond … and your first thought is if he stole it. He didn’t look at you, only mumbled something about maybe talking to your family. Maybe considering it for real. Bronn’s terrible with emotions, especially speaking them out loud. His gestures speak louder, and the whole time he’s talking he’s trying not to look at you.

PETYR BAELISH

Naturally he planned out the whole proposal - the right location, what he would say, and a beautiful ring that meant something important to you. It wasn’t big and conspicuous, rather it was something absolutely tailored for you, with a mockingbird etched inside. Petyr starts strong as he takes your hand, but begins to falter in his words when you look at him with such adoration. That undivided attention and love just gets him flustered, though he knew you’d accept. This was all part of his plan, but even knowing it would happen didn’t make him any less pleased.

STANNIS BARATHEON

Your houses had been in discussion about the betrothal for a while, but being the man he was, Stannis still wanted to do the usual courting and formal proposal. His words were blunt, the tips of his ears were turning red and he kept darting his eyes away, but he said it. He remembers the ring when you accept, and you assumed he had it ordered without much thought… Though when you look at it, you notice it’s not just pretty woven gold and black diamonds. In the center of the diamonds is your birthstone, and you wonder if he added that touch - your parents certainly wouldn’t have. Even after you’ve been married for years and have plenty of jewelry to pick from, Stannis gets a little flushed that you wear the first ring he gave you so often.

DAVOS SEAWORTH

Your dear Davos made your ring, a pretty and modest thing he created with the help of a blacksmith friend (you were wondering where those little burns on his fingers came from). You both had been together for a while now, talking about marriage here and there but never actually doing it. When he takes your hand, he’s bashful, though he gets through his words. They’re sweet and honest, like you expected. He knew you’d say yes, but he wanted to say it, and to give you the ring. Even if you don’t want a ceremony, he wanted to give you this. It’s a pretty silver and iron ring with pretty engraved flowers, your favorite, and a loving inscription on the inside.

MARGAERY TYRELL

First off, she’d been asking you strange questions for weeks. You could tell she wanted to get you a gift, and she wanted it to be just right. Then you realized she must have some sort of elaborate date planned… Well, you didn’t expect the wonderful evening to end in a proposal. Even if it wasn’t possible for you by the laws of Westeros, Margaery didn’t care. She had a beautiful ring made for you, and she had her “vows” ready. As far as she’s concerned, your hearts belong together, and the gods will understand. She only cries a little, but she’s mostly beaming as you say yes and allow her to put it on your finger.

The gold ring is made wonderfully, with sculpted roses and a large emerald in the center, with her birthstone around it. Margaery wanted a matching one, but that might be suspicious. So, her ring is your favorite flower sculpted with your birthstone in the center.

BRYNDEN TULLY

All his life Brynden resisted the brides his brother threw at him, absolutely sure he was going to die a warrior and not some lazy lord… Well, you certainly changed that perspective, though he likes to say he’s still too old and you ought to spend your life with someone else. Because he thinks it’s the right thing to do, and you deserve it - and with the upcoming war - he gets the ring. Brynden is actually flustered the whole time, giving you a curt and honest proposal. He wants to be with you until the rest of his days - even if they’re numbered - if you’ll have him. No fancy ceremony, ideally, it’s just the two of you. The ring itself is unusual and also not traditional. It’s cool silver with black etchings, and the sigils are your house’s sigil or a favorite flower. It’s not very Tully, except for a small chain of trout engraved on the inside.

EDMURE TULLY

He’s completely confident in this proposal. And why not? You both adore each other, the marriage has been planned for well over a year now, he has just the right place to ask you… Though he’s so excited, he ends up stumbling over some words while he asks you. The official arrangement had already been announced, but he still wanted to do something private and romantic. It was difficult for Edmure to keep the ring a secret. He oversaw every step of it being made, and when he notices you looking at it, it makes him very happy. It’s an elegant silver ring inlaid with diamonds, rubies and sapphires; the latter being in a wavy formation like the Tully banner. You think it’s a bit extravagant, but he says otherwise.

BRIENNE OF TARTH

She’s been thinking about it over and over… you can tell she’s been agonizing about something for months. Finally she shyly presents you with a pretty and simple gold bracelet she figured you could always wear; stumbles over her words to explain it, then you understand her meaning. Yall find an abandoned sept and do cute lil vows and shes crying lol. You rlly want her to wear something similar and she’s just blushing the whole time but she agrees; she takes extremely good care of the necklace/bracelet and wears it under her armor.

RAMSAY BOLTON

Your parents and Roose made the arrangement, so you and Ramsay had little say in the matter. Still, he loves to play his roles, so he wanted to play the part of the attentive, doting lord, especially in front of your family. Though you’re surprised by the unusual ring he gives you; it’s two smooth rings interlocking with each other. The proposal is a little intense and unsettling, but you notice something when he puts it on your finger. He has small burns on his fingers, like had smithed it himself… And you wonder how he knew your ring size… Later on, when you both are married and living in the Dreadfort, sometimes he’ll take your hand and run his thumb over the cold ring.

ROOSE BOLTON

You both were officially engaged for some time, so he didn’t have to do any sort of proposal. When you both were at a private, quiet place in the gardens, and he took your hand. You weren’t expecting it at all. It was simple enough. He promised to look after you, to ensure your protection and health. It almost seemed… genuine, though those eyes were cold as ever. The ring was another surprise. You realized it was an heirloom, but it still looked impeccable. It was iron that was twisted into an elegant shape, with rubies and morganite. The largest ruby was in the center, shaped like a tear-drop… or maybe that was a blood-drop? You notice afterward he’ll glance at your hand each time you meet, as if concerned you wouldn’t wear it.

OBERYN MARTELL

You both had been paramours for years now, and you didn’t need the ring to be happy or official… So it surprised you when after a wonderful evening of dancing and drinking, and pressing against each other in the gardens, he asked you the question. It was romantic, like you’d expect, but also so earnest. Oberyn always wears his feelings on his sleeves, but this didn’t seem like a spur-of-the-moment passionate proposal. His words seemed like he’d worked on them for a long time. Oberyn is understanding if you want to stay paramours and not an official Lady Martell, as that title comes with trappings and expectations. He just had to ask you and hear your acceptance. The ring he gives you is gold, with vibrant topaz and rubies. The inside is engraved with the spear of Martell. You later learn from his brother that it’s a beloved family heirloom.

BERIC DONDARRION

The two of you don’t have much, but you’ve been in love for a long time and he very much wants a “proper” ceremony to express that. He shyly proposed to you in the moonlight after you both made love, and the almost desperation in his voice surprised you. He gave you a smooth, iron ring with a faint design of interwoven flames. The “ceremony” is a drunk Thoros and equally drunk septon his men found, for a double ceremony! It’s extra luck! Or something like that. Beric insists that makes it even more official, and he’ll marry you under a Godswood too, if you come across one. He’s full of smiles and wants to bridal carry you every chance he gets.

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The G Survey by joybucket 

What are three of your favorite games to play with friends? Just board or card games, really. What was the last gift that you received that you didn't like? I don’t know because I’m really easy to buy for and like pretty much like anything I’m gifted.  List ten things that you associate with the word green. Money, plants, grass, Christmas, Yoda, spinach, broccoli, green onions, seaweed, and frogs. Which of these girl's names do you like best: Gloria, Genevieve, Gretchen, Galaxy, or Genesis? Gloria. Which of these boy's names do you like best: Gavin, Gerrick, Gregory, Gus, or Greyson? Greyson.

List five things that glow. Glow sticks, glow in the dark stickers, light, the sun, fire. Do you know anyone named Grace? No. What is your favorite flavor of gum? I only like minty gum. Do you prefer red/purple grapes or green grapes? Green. What color was the fanciest gown you have ever worn, and what was the event you wore it to? I’ve never worn a gown. I’m nowhere near that fancy. Would you say you are... gullible? gentle? girly? gifted? giggly? glamorous? generous? giving? grateful? glowing? glued to a screen more than you should be? gleeful? gory? gross? gabby? glittery? gaudy? Do you like... girly things? the color green? green beans? gardening? glitter? gaming? goats? getting glammed up for an event? wearing gowns? glow-in-the-dark stars? ghosts, gargoyles, gremlins, ghouls, and goblins on Halloween night? the game Guess Who? grasshoppers? glue sticks? glow sticks? More Q's Do you own a gray sweater? Yeah. What was the last thing you wore that was gray? A pair of gray leggings. Do you like the book Anne of Green Gables? I think I read some of it as a kid, but I don’t remember much. When was the last time you had guacamole? About a week ago. What color was your high school graduation cap and gown? Black. Have you ever met anyone named Genevieve? No. Would you rather travel to Germany, Greenland, or Ghana? Germany. Have you ever been to Georgia? Yes. List ten things you associate with the word "girly." Dresses, skirts, jewelry, makeup, perfume, high heels, glitter, purses, pearls, and diamonds. Name three celebrities you like whose name starts with "G." Ariana Grande (shh, it counts), Gal Gadot, and Gwen Stefani. If you're in school, what grade are you in? I’m done with school. If you've already graduated, how old were you the last time someone asked you what grade you were in? Just a bit ago, ha. List ten words that rhyme with "go." Ago, bow, dough, foe, glow, hoe, low, mow, no, so. Have you ever met anyone named.... Gardenia? Gloria? Greathen? Gretchen? Greta? Gretel? Gina? Genesis? Gentry? Gigi? Gwen? Glen? Griffin? Glinda? Gertrude? Gandolf? Gita? Gladys? George? Guy? Gallas? This or That gummy bears or gum balls? dress up as a gypsy or dress up as a ghost? pet a giraffe or pet Godzilla? gag or guffaw? grin or grumble? wear a gray shirt or wear a green shirt? dance in a glitter storm or gallop through a ginormous garden? grow wings or grow horns? Final Q's! List three ways in which you are "girly." I like accessories, body sprays, and various shades of pink. Have you ever had a guinea pig? No. Have you ever seen a ghost or spirit? No. How far away is the nearest graveyard? Like 15-20 minute drive. If applicable, what color is the gemstone on your class ring? Mine has my birthstone, which is a ruby. 

Do you have a gmail account? Yes. List five things you consider "glorious." The beautiful ocean beach view, cozy, rainy days, snowy mountaintops. Do you believe in God? Yes. List five things you own that are gray. Leggings, shirts, sweatshirts, socks, and an Adidas mini backpack. List five things you associate with "Germany." Beer, sausages, festivals, castles, and their Christmas traditions. That's all for now. I hope you enjoyed and that you will have a glorious day! :)

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Corundum Market Demand, Supply, Growth Factors, Latest Rising Trend & Forecast to 2027

The global corundum market size is projected to reach USD 3.5 billion by 2027, advancing at a steady CAGR of 4.0% over the forecast period, as per an expansive study by Grand View Research, Inc. Corundum is an aluminum oxide with a hexagonal crystal structure that is found in metamorphic, sedimentary, and igneous rocks. Corundum is widely recognized across the globe owing to its two gem varieties, which are sapphire and ruby. The presence of chromium in rubies gives them their red color, while sapphire obtains its color on the basis of the transition metal present in it. For instance, the presence of Fe and Ti within the crystal structure provides the sapphire with blue color. These gems are widely popular in the retail segment of the jewelry industry globally, which is responsible for the steady product demand. The product retail price is highly marginalized, on account of the presence of various processing stages involved within the value chain of colored gems.

The hardness of corundum makes it extremely useful as an abrasive, although aspects such as variability in quality and small, irregular shape of natural corundum deposits hinder its usage. In its place, synthetic corundum, which is produced by using calcined bauxite, has become a more reliable source. Besides the two aforementioned applications, the product is also used in producing high-alumina refractory bricks, which find widespread usage across the linings of thermal kilns. Together, these three segments constitute almost the entirety of the corundum demand across the globe. The product saw a stagnant growth in 2020 on account of the advent of the COVID-19 pandemic, as industries were forced to shut down operations as a means to mitigate the virus spread. Additionally, in the near future, the economic uncertainties due to the pandemic are expected to dilute the demand for corundum, with regards to manufacturing of jewelries. Regions such as Asia Pacific, Europe, and North America are expected to hold the bulk of the market share over the forecast period.

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Corundum Market Report Highlights

· Corundum is exceptionally hard and tough, with its rating of 9 on Moh’s scale placing it second to diamond in terms of hardness. As such, besides being a major presence in the jewelry industry, it finds widespread application as an abrasive, with uniformly sized granules and powders being used for grinding media, polishing compounds, sand papers, grinding wheels, & other cutting applications

· The hardness and scratch-resistant properties of corundum have expanded its presence in other applications, such as scratch-resistant optics, scratch-resistant watch crystals, in instrument windows for satellites and aircrafts, as well as in ceramic armor development

· With regards to application, the abrasives segment is expected to maintain its dominance in terms of volume in the corundum market. The hard nature of the product aids its implementation as an abrasive product. The ever-expanding construction sector across the globe is expected to further enhance corundum demand, owing to its use in final finishing

· In terms of revenue, jewelry application is projected to be the dominant segment over the forecast period in the corundum market, with rubies and sapphires being utilized heavily in this area, from economical commercial stones sold in malls and department stores, to spectacular specimens used in designer and custom jewelries

· Asia Pacific is projected to be the fastest-growing regional market over the forecast period in the corundum industry, with North America coming second. The demand in the former region is driven by the expanding presence of glass and steelmaking industries, while in North America, the growth is expected to be caused by the advancements in the jewelry sector

· The hardness and strength of corundum have been considered by organizations involved in military and defense sectors. For instance, the Technodinamika Group from Russia had been undertaking trials in 2020 for a unique ceramic armor prepared from corundum, to be used for armored vehicles. The armored plates have been developed by the Ufa Aggregate Production Association

· Major competitors in the corundum market focus on strengthening their manufacturing and supply chain, as well as developing more refined products as a means to generate revenue. The coronavirus outbreak significantly impacted the production, and in the near future, economic uncertainties are expected to lead companies in adopting cash-saving strategies and reducing operational costs

· Product launches have positively impacted the performance of corundum specialists across the globe. For instance, in August 2021, Alteo announced a new range of alumina solutions called ‘REal’ for refractories. The solutions constitute a variety of application areas, and have better stability and offer improved performance

· Companies are engaging in partnerships with other organizations as a means to strengthen their market position and expand geographical reach. For instance, in April 2021, Greenland Ruby and Nebari Natural Resources Credit Fund I, LP, announced the execution of an agreement for a USD 18 million working capital facility, known as Project Aurora

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The Ruby Stone

Ruby Stone is a precious and highly sought after red gemstone which ranges in color from pink to blood red. It is deemed to be among the most valuable gemstones on earth and is blessed with all the qualities that a precious gemstone should possess viz. spectacular color, outstanding hardness and durability, scintillating brilliance, and extreme rarity.

Ruby Stone is composed of the mineral aluminum oxide (Al2O3) which is popularly identified by the name of corundum. Trace amounts of metallic impurities (that of chromium) in the crystal structure of corundum gives the stunning red tint to this enchanting gemstone. Quite rightly called ‘Ratnaraj’ or the king of gems in Sanskrit, rubies are always conspicuous by their majesty.

Its color is its most basic and discernible property and the name ruby itself is derived from the Latin word ruber which means red. The red of the ruby is very significant as on one hand red epitomizes vigor, willpower, anger, and courage while on the other hand, it embodies joy, sexuality, passion, and love.

Gem quality corundum of any other color is called a sapphire.

The colors of a ruby include pinkish-red, purplish-red, orangish-red, and brownish red depending on the trace contents of chromium and iron in the stone. The amount and variety of trace minerals in a ruby differ with the geologic formation that produced it. For this reason, the region of origins such as Burmese and Thai is sometimes used to describe the color.

The Burmese stones have a propensity to be purplish-red in color while the Thai stones are far more brownish-red.

Rubies exhibit pleochroism which means that the color varies with the direction of viewing.

Almost all gems in the gem industry go through some sort of treatment or other for enhancement of clarity as well as the tone and saturation of color. Some stones are treated with oils while the corundum varieties of gemstones namely the rubies and sapphires are usually given heat treatment. Clarity and color of sapphires and rubies are enhanced significantly with heat treatment.

If you want a natural untreated ruby you should insist on a testimony from a recognized gem testing laboratory like the AGTA Gemological Testing Center attesting that the stone reveals no signs of heat alteration. But you have to pay a premium for the pleasure. Furthermore, basic heat treatment of rubies is an established practice in the gem industry so long as it is openly disclosed. The treatment does not radically lower the value of the gem.

Like a diamond, the value of a ruby is established by the four Cs, namely color, clarity, cut, and carat weight. Primarily, the true worth of a ruby is determined by its color. The most brilliant pigeon blood-red rubies command the highest value over the other rubies of comparable quality. Color is followed by clarity and a clear ruby will command a premium. But a wholly clear ruby without having any needle-like rutile inclusions makes it suspect. It might indicate that the stone has been treated or it might even be an artificial lab cultivated ruby. Cut and carat weight also influence the price of a ruby.

Often, the inclusions in a ruby (which diminishes its clarity) can in fact enhance its value. The silk, which is so common in corundum, can if sufficiently abundant, and precisely arranged, lead to asterism. With suitable cutting (only seen in cabochon cuts) this creates star rubies.

Rubies showing asterism are known as “Star Rubies”, and if transparent is highly prized. Normally star rubies exhibit six ray stars. But in unusual cases, twelve ray stars can also occur.

The plentiful tiny rutile needles in a star ruby are precisely set in such a way that they are aligned perpendicular to the rays of the star. These magnificent gems show a sharp six-rayed star which glides majestically across the surface of the gem as the light moves or the stone is rotated. The star is best visible when seen in a single light source such as sunlight.

A wide variety of shapes and cutting styles are used for crafting the raw ruby into a gemstone.

Oval cushion is the most prevalent cut but rounds are also seen along with other shapes, like the heart or emerald cut. Slight premiums are paid for round stones, while slight discounts apply for pears and marquises. Stones that are overly deep or shallow should normally be avoided.

Cabochon-cut rubies are also common. This cut is used for star stones, or those not clean enough to facet. The best cabochons are reasonably transparent, with smooth domes and good symmetry.

Normally rubies occur only in small carat sizes ranging from 1 carat to 15 carats. Fine rubies of large sizes are incredibly rare and cost a lot of money.

The overall grade is determined by looking at Hue, Tone, Color-Purity, Clarity, Transparency, and Cut.

Overall grade scores: Poor, Fair, Good, Very Good, Exceptional (Best).

Rubies have an excellent hardness of 9.0 on the Mohs scale of mineral hardness which means that only diamond and moissanite are harder than rubies. This makes it a fantastic jewelry stone. For reasonably clean stones, no particular wear or care precautions are necessary although a heavily included or fractured stone will be less stable.

There is something innately regal about rubies. The rich red color of this stunning gemstone has for centuries, besotted humans.

In ancient times rubies were considered even more precious than diamonds and till date, they remain one of the most sought after gemstones. Rubies have always remained the stone of choice for emperors and rulers all over the world. The immaculate ruby has been worn by almost every royalty.

Quite a few mystical metaphysical properties have also been attributed to rubies and these ideas have been handed over from generation to generation. The ruby is believed to impart clarity, wisdom, and motivation. Ruby was thought to safeguard the wearer from psychic and physical attacks. Soldiers in ancient Burma injected rubies into their skin that they believed would save them from fatal wounds on the battlefields.

Sleeping with ruby is believed to induce lucid dreaming.

The Romans & Greeks used rubies for their healing abilities. Warriors used rubies to heal their wounds and lessen the pain. It was believed that the healing power of rubies could minimize their suffering. It is also believed that rubies can promote healthy blood circulation and protect from infection. Rubies are thought to cleanse the blood of toxins.

Rubies are also said to stimulate fertility. A prevalent belief talks about rubies to be the drop of blood that comes right from the heart of Mother Earth.

The color red in itself evokes feelings that are strong and deep and rubies are a true reflection of this very fact. Symbolizing the very spirit of life and love, rubies make wonderful jewelry pieces. These radiant gemstones are especially considered as highly romantic gifts. Rubies make exquisite pieces of jewelry, like ruby rings, ruby earrings or ruby pendants. While more intricate pieces with diamonds thrown in make great accessories for special evenings, more understated ruby jewelry is ideally suited for everyday wear by adding a splash of color to any outfit.

Ruby Stone – Where and How It Is Found?

Ruby is a precious gemstone and is very popular and significant because of its rich red color. Everyone has heard of or seen it in a famous detective novel or a cartoon show or a thriller film. A favorite since the ancient most documented civilizations, Ruby stone is a prized possession and has been called the ‘King of Gems’. It is known as Manik in Hindi and has a very special place in Vedic Astrology. It represents the planet sun and is the birthstone (rashi ratna) for the sign Leo (Singh). Clear, large pieces of the stone are rarer and sometimes even more expensive than diamonds.

The characteristic Red Color of Ruby is because of the presence of the element ‘Chrome’ along with some other impurities. It is a strange paradox that Chrome is considered an impurity, yet this is what provides Ruby gemstone with its natural color. However, the problem is that chrome causes cracks and fissures within the natural gemstone. The quality of the natural Ruby gemstone is dependent upon the impurities present in the deposit and hence upon the origin of the natural Ruby gemstone.

Where is Ruby Stone found?

It is mined in many areas of the world like Southeast Asia, the Middle East, and some parts of Africa and Europe.

The most noted area in South East Asia where it is mined is the Mogok Valley of the Old Burma. This place has been the center of Ruby mining for centuries. The Mogok tract has provided the world some of its finest rubies and set a standard of classification in the world of gemstones.

Since 1990, Rubies have been extensively mined in Central Burma (Myanmar) area, especially the Mong Hsu area.

Another major supplier of fine quality Rubies is Thailand where it is also known as ‘Siamese Ruby’. Other parts of South East Asia where rubies are found are India, Pakistan, and Afghanistan, etc. Thailand is responsible for the major production or processing of Rubies. 80% of the rubies worldwide have gone through Thailand at some stage.

In Europe, these have been mined in Macedonia and Greenland. Some parts of Kenya in Africa have also been the suppliers for the gemstone.

Which is the Best Quality Ruby Stone?

It is only obvious that purchasing Ruby stones of higher quality will cost more. The price of Ruby stone is determined by keeping in mind these four factors – Clarity, Color, and Cut, Weight (in carat or Ratti).

Complete clarity in Ruby stone is almost close to impossible since natural ruby stone will always have natural inclusions. But, the greater the clarity, the greater will be the quality.

The most important factor while buying Ruby is its color. The best Rubies are ‘Pigeon’s blood’ colored, which are mainly found in Burmese mines. Burmese Ruby

stone has high clarity, blood-red color, and can be beautifully cut.

The second-best quality comes from Thailand. It has a dark reddish, almost brownish color.

Some parts of Sri Lanka supply pink-colored rubies.

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Member of the AGTA Association Malcolm Koll, owner of the Charles Koll Jewellers company of San Diego, says that while he is not worried about the issue of getting a ruby, but, in his opinion, the embargo will affect retailers later.

"I think there are enough stones in the country right now," he said. He himself has not yet noticed that the prices for rubies began to grow.

However, he doubts that this ban, even if introduced from good intentions, will prove to be effective.

"I come from South Africa, and I do not know that sanctions do not work," he said. "I'm afraid we'll just start buying Burmese stones without indicating the country of origin."

The embargo will benefit companies like Canada's True North Gems, which owns exclusive rights to extract rubies at a field in southeastern Greenland. It is planned to sell the mined stones (from small to quads) as corresponding to jewelry ethics.

Pala International from Falbrook delivers to the market a variety of precious stones, not just rubies. Now she bought a shipment of ruby in Tanzania. However, company vice president Josh Hall notes that these stones have a pinkish color and blotches, unlike the red Burmese rubies.

"Some product, of course, will fill the arisen niche, but let's be frank, this situation will affect the sales of all companies," he concludes, according to National Jeweler.

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For the first time ever, evidence of ancient life was discovered inside a ruby

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For the first time ever, evidence of ancient life was discovered inside a ruby

A ruby that formed in Earth’s crust 2.5 billion years ago encases evidence for early life, wriggling around in the planet’s mud.

Trapped within the precious stone, geologists have identified residue of a form of pure carbon called graphite that, they say, is most likely biological in origin, the remains of some ancient microorganism from the time before multicellular life emerged on Earth.

“The graphite inside this ruby is really unique. It’s the first time we’ve seen evidence of ancient life in ruby-bearing rocks,” said geologist Chris Yakymchuk of the University of Waterloo in Canada.

“The presence of graphite also gives us more clues to determine how rubies formed at this location, something that is impossible to do directly based on a ruby’s color and chemical composition.”

Rubies are a variety of the mineral corundum – a crystalline form of aluminum oxide. It forms under intense heat and pressure at Earth’s tectonic boundaries, where tectonic subduction and collision create the necessary environment. The stones are imbued with their deep hue by the presence of the rare element chromium – the more chromium, the redder the gem.

Like all minerals, rubies vary in purity and clarity. The formation processes can lead to the presence of impurities, or inclusions, in precious gems. That might make these stones unsuitable for jewelry, but it’s fantastic for science.

For example, a mineral from thousands of kilometers below ground that wouldn’t otherwise survive on the surface was found preserved in a diamond. Surface minerals found in another diamond that formed deep underground led to a better understanding of how tectonic subduction can slurp surface material downwards. (There was also a diamond in another diamond, but that’s just cool.)

Yakymchuk and his team were seeking to better understand corundum formation processes by studying rubies in Greenland, where one of the world’s oldest known deposits of the mineral is located. While studying these samples, they found the graphite inclusion.

Graphite can form abiotically, that is, through chemical and mineral processes; however, it can also be a significant biomarker. One way to discern the difference is by determining the carbon isotope, which are forms of the same element with different numbers of neutrons in the nuclei, and therefore different atomic masses.

Carbon-14, for instance, is the radiocarbon famously used for precise dating of physical artifacts; it forms abiotically in Earth’s atmosphere. The lightest natural isotope of stable carbon on Earth is carbon-12, and it’s this isotope that is found most abundantly on Earth, and that occurs in living organisms.

The team found that the graphite in the ruby was carbon-12, in abundances consistent with an organic origin. And, because we know the age of the gem, this allowed the researchers to narrow down what that organic origin could be, since life on Earth 2.5 billion years ago was extremely limited.

“Living matter preferentially consists of the lighter carbon atoms because they take less energy to incorporate into cells,” Yakymchuk said.

“Based on the increased amount of carbon-12 in this graphite, we concluded that the carbon atoms were once ancient life, most likely dead microorganisms such as cyanobacteria.”

This led to some clues as to how the rubies could have formed at all, too. Corundum doesn’t form in environments that have too much silica.

The presence of graphite suggests the presence of fluid that would have helped transfer silicon dioxide out of the rock, priming the environment for the formation of corundum in the first place.

The research has been published in Ore Geology Reviews.

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