Wikimedia
Wikipedia: Aquamarine and Maxixe
Article on the mineral beryl with a section on aquamarine, which is a variety of beryl.
Enchanted Learning
Enchanted Learning: South Dakota
This site has a colorful display of information about South Dakota. It contains a map, pictures, a list of state symbols, and links to related information.
NSTATE
Colorado State Symbols and Emblems
What are the state symbols of Colorado? Find them here, along with the date of their adoption, and links to pictures and more information.
Other
Alabama Emblems, Symbols and Honors
A list of all of the state emblems and symbols for the state of Alabama. Clicking on the underlined link will bring up a picture of the symbol or emblem.
Other
Icga: Peridot, Extraterrestrial Gem
Site provides many fun facts about the gem peridot, including information on its history and physical and metaphysical properties. Also provides a picture of the gem itself.
Jewelry Central
Jewelry Central: Sapphire
This commercial site contains information about the sapphire's physical properties and where it can be found. Also discusses the history and romance related to the stone and includes a description of its quality.
Utah Education Network
Uen: Iste Nets: Birthstone Project With a Multimedia Twist
This interdisciplinary project on birthstones, provided by the International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE), focuses on research skills, writing skills, and the ability to put together an electronic presentation.
NSTATE
State Symbols of Kentucky
Learn about Kentucky's state symbols and their official state places and events. In most cases you can click on the word to see a picture and find more information about the symbol, place, or event.
Other
Swiss Gem Shop: Ruby
This is a commercial site, but it has some very good complete information and pictures. You must search for "ruby" in the alphabetized list on the left toolbar.
Other
Signs and Symbols of South Dakota
Learn all about the symbols of the state of South Dakota. Find out why and when they were chosen as symbols, and see pictures of them.
Enchanted Learning
Enchanted Learning: Alabama Facts, Map and State Symbols
Do you need information about Alabama? Find facts, a map, and state symbols. Pictures of many of the state symbols are included.
Curated OER
Amethyst Galleries: Jade
This site gives a basic description and information on jade. Provides information about uses, color, hardness, and history.
Curated OER
The Amethyst Gallery: Peridot
This brief article has information on the physical characteristics of peridot and where it is found. Includes information about color, uses, and hardness, and provides pictures of the gem.
Other
Gem Hut: Zircon
This commercial page gives information about the physical properties of zircon, its appearance, and where it can be found. Includes pictures and tables.
Wikimedia
Wikipedia: Jasper From Wikipedia
This site has a concise definition of jasper along with pictures and connections to related sites.
Other
Kentucky State Symbols
Discover all of the Kentucky state symbols here, including a picture and the year of adoption.
Other
Gem Hut: Sky Blue Topaz
A commercial site with a short description of the physical properties of topaz, and pictures of cut and polished stones for sale.
Other
Gem Hut: Garnet
This commercial site gives information about garnet, including some of the varieties and where they are found. It also has pictures.