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Peridot: An Extraterrestrial Wonder

Peridot: An Extraterrestrial Wonder

It's August, and you know what that means! The spotlight is on peridot - August's lovely green birthstone, and one of Eastern Arizona's claims to fame. Peridot on basalt or...

Peridot: An Extraterrestrial Wonder

It's August, and you know what that means! The spotlight is on peridot - August's lovely green birthstone, and one of Eastern Arizona's claims to fame. Peridot on basalt or...

Quick History: Holy Mother of Pearl!

Quick History: Holy Mother of Pearl!

Mother of Pearl is the inner lining of the mollusk shell. For the mollusk, it prevents against potential threats. For us, it provides a beautiful base for carving into jewelry,...

Quick History: Holy Mother of Pearl!

Mother of Pearl is the inner lining of the mollusk shell. For the mollusk, it prevents against potential threats. For us, it provides a beautiful base for carving into jewelry,...

History For Free! Places to Explore in Globe, Arizona

History For Free! Places to Explore in Globe, A...

Experience the rich history of Globe - for free! Here are the top three places to explore: The Historic Center A part of town that Western lovers will never want...

History For Free! Places to Explore in Globe, A...

Experience the rich history of Globe - for free! Here are the top three places to explore: The Historic Center A part of town that Western lovers will never want...

A Quick Look At 3 Facets of Navajo Medicinal Practices

A Quick Look At 3 Facets of Navajo Medicinal Pr...

Balance in life and with Mother Earth is the core of the Navajo healing practices. The Diné (Navajo people) see illness as an imbalance within the body, therefore they seek...

A Quick Look At 3 Facets of Navajo Medicinal Pr...

Balance in life and with Mother Earth is the core of the Navajo healing practices. The Diné (Navajo people) see illness as an imbalance within the body, therefore they seek...

The World-Renowned Arizona Turquoise Mines: Know Your Turquoise!

The World-Renowned Arizona Turquoise Mines: Kno...

Did you know that turquoise is one of the oldest stones used throughout human history? Its uses range from royal decoration to medicine and even healing. It has been found...

The World-Renowned Arizona Turquoise Mines: Kno...

Did you know that turquoise is one of the oldest stones used throughout human history? Its uses range from royal decoration to medicine and even healing. It has been found...

Yard Art, Southwest Style

Yard Art, Southwest Style

Metal yart art - southwest style for 4 seasons When non-Arizonans think of the Grand Canyon state, they usually think of desert landscapes with only cactus growing. While that is...

Yard Art, Southwest Style

Metal yart art - southwest style for 4 seasons When non-Arizonans think of the Grand Canyon state, they usually think of desert landscapes with only cactus growing. While that is...