Moonstone Weight: 90.13 Carat Origin: Sri Lanka

Rainbow Moonstone Weight: 6.66 Carat Origin: Sri Lanka

Blue Moon Quartz Weight: 26.68 Carat Origin: Brazil

Did you know there really is such a thing as 'once in a blue moon'? Yup, we're not just talking off the top of our head here. No sir-r-ee bob, not when we have serious stuff to report.

The origin of the term "blue moon" is steeped in folklore, so steeped in fact that it can hardly be traced to its roots. Its meaning has changed through several centuries. Some folktales say that when there is a full blue moon, the moon has a face and talks to those in its reflected light. Whoa. That would be worth staying up for.

Other stories call the odd 'extra' full moon that occurs rarely in the normal lunar cycle a blue moon. Well let's not quibble. All those tales are captivating and get us looking up, which is a good thing. And we're going to have a blue moon in 2010. So get ready. Almanac watching people wherever they are, tell us that this year the blue moon will appear between November 6th and December 4th.

Not needing much of an excuse to make merry, may we suggest that you help commemorate this quirky event by creating a special occasion piece of jewelry with moonstone, rainbow moonstone, or what the heck, even Blue Moon quartz. It's all good.

And you'll be glad you were ahead of the curve on this one. We're very fond of the tonal qualities in moonstone. They add such a layer of mystique to any design you create. And look at the natural beauty, Blue Moon Quartz. Mysterioso, wouldn't you say? Everyone loves that mesmerizing movement created by the soft clouds of reflected color on this sweet stone. Long past the event, you'll still adore your once in a blue moon treasure, won't you?

Pa-Rah-EEE-Bah!: Paraiba Tourmaline

Weight: 61.28 Carat
Origin: Mozambique

Sounds like a rallying cry to a revolution doesn't it? Understandable, because just seeing the alluring tourmaline made us rush to claim this immense prize. When the world first spied Paraiba tourmaline in the late 1980s, the spectacularly distinct Windex blue tint fueled the imaginations of both designers and collectors alike.

Our special Mozambique Paraiba was first discovered in 2001, thanks to some keen eyed yucca farmers in the Nampula Province. To the victor goes the spoil! Grab this glorious booty before some other keen eyed collector does.

Elongated Elegance: Green Tourmaline

Weight: 30.91 Carat
Origin: Nigeria

We like great gems, great color, and masterfully elegant cuts. Usually they are not found all on one stone, except here. Collectors of top emerald are also drawn to fine green tourmaline, like this sophisticated octagon step cut jewel. At 30.91 carats, think of its potential as a magnificent jewelry piece.

Gaze at the spectacular clarity in this stunner. It's what emerald lovers crave, but rarely encounter, of course. Nigeria produced this precious collectible. But only you can deliver it to its destiny.

Oh, That Opulent Oval!: Rubellite Tourmaline

Weight: 27.06 Carat
Origin: Brazil

Naturally, this purplish-red rubellite tourmaline gets its gorgeous good looks from---nature! We like that, and suspect it's important to you also when considering a special jewel to include in your fine collection.

This scrumptous specimen gives you all the bragging rights of a top-notch collector, with its clean elegance (graded SI) and superb shape. Only you can decide where this Brazilian beauty should next call home.

Bodacious Brazilian Beauty: Rubellite Tourmaline

Weight: 30.00 Carat
Origin: Brazil

Brazil--that colorful, vibrant country renowned for their beautiful natives, including this rubellite tourmaline. Our bodacious bauble is custom cut into a cushion that reflects its depth of color. Check out the hot pink flashes! We're getting one just admiring this sensational stone.

Brazil's tourmaline deposits produce intensely saturated colored stones, and this one in particular is a model of the-best-of-the-best that Latin America offers.

Seeing Double: Bi-Color Tourmaline

Weight: 58.40 Carat
Origin: Nigeria

When a remarkable crystal is discovered, the bigger the better final cut is the mission of a master cutter. And well done, we say! Our bi-color tourmaline weighs an enormous 58.4 carats in a sexy octagonal clipped corner brilliant cut. Things that make you go Yum.

Seamlessly segueing from rosy rubellite to a rare greenish-gold, this hard stone (7 - 7.5 Mohs rating) will be the centerpiece in your spectacular jewelry design--or the pièce de resistance in your world-class collection. Your choice--our pleasure.