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Everything You Need to Know About The ‘Imposter’ Spinel Gemstone

Until the late 18th century, all red gemstones were simply called rubies. It was only with advances in crystallography and chemistry that spinel was differentiated from true ruby.

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Top 10 Things You Didn’t Know About Fairies
Top 10 Things You Didn’t Know About Fairies

The belief in fairies and their existence has been a fascinating topic t...

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Seaside Tradition: Schlobach’s Tribute to the Masters Monet and Seurat
Seaside Tradition: Schlobach’s Tribute to the...

“If I see further than others, it is because I stand on the shoulders o...

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Four Things You Didn’t Know About Art and World War II
Four Things You Didn’t Know About Art and Wor...

Art and war, two seemingly different realms, intertwine with profound co...

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Egyptomania Explained: The Influence of Ancient Egypt on Western Art
Egyptomania Explained: The Influence of Ancie...

The allure of ancient Egyptian art, with its intricate hieroglyphs, symb...

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The Perfect Gift for the Antiques and Book Lover in Your Life
The Perfect Gift for the Antiques and Book Lo...

Literature and art have had an interconnected and reciprocal relationshi...

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The Artistry of Storytelling: Set Design, Costuming and Hollywood
The Artistry of Storytelling: Set Design, Cos...

In the realm of visual storytelling and cinema, costume and set design a...

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The Allure of Antique Clocks: A Guide to History’s Finest Timekeepers
The Allure of Antique Clocks: A Guide to Hist...

The allure of antique clocks transcends mere timekeeping. These objects ...

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Ahoy! The Golden Age of Pirates and Maritime Art
Ahoy! The Golden Age of Pirates and Maritime Art

Introduction The golden age of pirates—a period most commonly identifie...

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Marie Antoinette: The Intersection of Art, Jewels and a Tragedy
Marie Antoinette: The Intersection of Art, Je...

Marie Antoinette, once the Queen of France, remains an enigmatic figure ...

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The Magnificent Topaz: November's Birthstone Explored Through Color and Variety
The Magnificent Topaz: November's Birthstone ...

Topaz, a gemstone renowned for its vibrant color range and durability, h...

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Hammer Down: 10 of the Most Expensive Art and Antiques Ever Sold at Auction
Hammer Down: 10 of the Most Expensive Art and...

The appeal of fine art and antiques often lies in their historical signi...

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