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Purple Mohave (Mojave) Turquoise: Meaning, Healing Properties, Birthstone & Zodiac Guide

by Pedra Gems on Oct 05 2026
Purple Mohave (Mojave) Turquoise is a vivid purple composite cabochon dotted with blue Kingman nuggets. Learn what it is, how it is made, its traditional healing meaning, birthstone month and zodiac (rashi) associations, and how to care for it.

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What Is Mohave Turquoise? A Complete Guide to This Desert Blue-Green Gemstone

by Pedra Gems on Aug 29 2026
Everything you need to know about Mohave Turquoise — where it's mined, what gives it that signature blue-green color and matrix, and why it's become one of the most sought-after stones for cabochon jewelry.
Natural Mookaite Jasper cabochons showing mustard yellow red and burgundy colour banding - Pedra Gems

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Mookaite Meaning: Spiritual & Healing Properties of Mookaite Jasper

by Pedra Gems on Aug 13 2026
What Mookaite means, its spiritual and healing associations, chakra links, colours, and how to choose a well-cut Mookaite Jasper cabochon.
Natural gemstone cabochons in various shapes - Pedra Gems

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What Is a Cabochon? A Complete Guide to Cabochon-Cut Gemstones

by Pedra Gems on Aug 09 2026
Everything you need to know about cabochon cut gemstones - what a cabochon is, how it's made, popular shapes, and why collectors love this classic cut.

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Sodalite: Meaning, Color, Healing Properties & Birthstone Guide

by Pedra Gems on Aug 06 2026
Sodalite meaning, color, and complete birthstone & healing properties guide — the royal blue throat chakra stone often confused with Lapis Lazuli.

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Brecciated Mookaite: The Complete Guide to This Rare Australian Jasper

by Pedra Gems on Jul 25 2026
Discover Brecciated Mookaite — a rare Western Australian jasper prized for its mosaic-like brecciation. Learn its meaning, properties, and how to choose the perfect cabochon.

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Lapis Lazuli: Meaning, Color, Properties & Facts

by Pedra Gems on Jul 22 2026
Lapis Lazuli meaning, color, hardness, and origin — the deep blue stone mined in Afghanistan for over 6,000 years.