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2. Howlite - Wikipedia

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   Howlite is commonly used to make decorative objects such as small carvings or jewelry components. Because of its porous texture, howlite can be easily dyed to imitate other minerals, especially turquoise because of the superficial similarity of the veining patterns. Howlite is also sold in its natural state, sometimes under the trade names of ...

3. Turquoise - Wikipedia

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   Gilson turquoise is made in both a uniform colour and with black "spiderweb matrix" veining not unlike the natural Nevada material. The most common imitation of turquoise encountered today is dyed howlite and magnesite, both white in their natural states, and the former also having natural (and convincing) black veining similar to that of ...

4. Turquoise (color) - Wikipedia

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   Turquoise (/ ˈ t ɜːr k (w) ɔɪ z / TUR-k(w)oyz) is a cyan color, based on the mineral of the same name.The word turquoise dates to the 17th century and is derived from the French turquois, meaning 'Turkish', because the mineral was first brought to Europe through Turkey from mines in the historical Khorasan province of Iran (Persia) and Afghanistan today.

5. How Nutcrackers Became a Classic Symbol of Christmas

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   There are so many enduring symbols of Christmas: the trimmed tree, stockings hung by the chimney with care, and of course, jolly Ol' Saint Nick.But for Ree Drummond, there's one Christmas ...

6. Today’s NYT ‘Strands’ Hints, Spangram and Answers for Sunday ...

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   According to the New York Times, here's exactly how to play Strands: Find theme words to fill the board. Theme words stay highlighted in blue when found.

7. What Is the Meaning of a White Butterfly? The Facts ... - AOL

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   If you come across a white butterfly, consider yourself lucky because they have a significant spiritual meaning; even religions like Islam believe in their luck.