#Czech Garnet

[sochicfinds]

Huge Czech Garnet Cluster Ring, Gilt 900 Silver Antique Bohemian Jewelry, Rectangular Multi-Tiered Pyramid of Red Gemstones

[ancestorsalive]

A beautiful collection of garnet jewellery from the Czech Republic.

[toxictaicho]

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pencils, markers

Mayuri wears czech garnet jewelry, bc I think they have extra vampire feel.

[chilapis]

As a result of being burdened by knowledge, and an indulgent inability to remain silent, I would like to discuss scent notes and perfumes that I associate with Childe in consideration of his nature and nurture. I’ll also likely be redoing the post in which I compared him to garnets (x) tomorrow; this is because that post was genuinely intended to be a skeleton and there are many details that were overlooked, both in regards to him and the stone itself, which feels like injustice twofold. Anywho, let’s begin.

For the purposes of this, I’ll first be tackling the elephant in the room. The official Tartaglia perfume, which was formulated by Primaniacs in collaboration with MiHoyo. I do not care for this perfume, I disagree with half of its the associations, and I will personally be disregarding it here onwards because I’m not legally prohibited from doing so.

It should be noted that aside from the “Tartaglia” name and face slapped onto this scent, it also mentions its association with the hydro element; I do not think it would be unreasonable to believe that this perfume can be seen to extend to the hydro element as a whole rather than be exclusive to him. This is the interpretation I choose to utilise.

I will however state my (reluctant) agreement with few of the associated notes mentioned. Namely, Tonka Beans; Bergamot and Orange flower (mentioned together as they will be tackled in one go); Cumin and Nutmeg, and Agarwood.

Tonka Beans make sense on several grounds; firstly, they’re actually one of the most common ingredients in masculine brews (see: Giorgio Armani Black Code; Tom Ford Tobacco Vanille; Givenchy Givenchy Play Intense). Tonka creates a beautiful and comforting warmth in the scent; it’s quite similar to vanilla, but much… smokier, one may say. You’ll notice that a lot of the ingredient I focus on will have much to do with warmth. Historically, the seeds would be dried and soaked in rum for a certain amount of time in order to extract the scent, though artificial substitutes exist to offer the same result now.

Bergamot and Orange Flower are both citrus notes, though the former offers a much stronger one in comparison to the citrusy-floral amalgam that the latter offers. The reason I agree with these is that citrus notes are seen as quite common in aquatic scents as they recall the freshness of the sea breeze (see: Armani Giorgio Acqua Di Gio; Royall Lyme of Bermuda Royall Yacht; Czech & Speake Ausonia).

Cumin and Nutmeg are both spices, so one can imagine that they lead to a warm, comforting, and, well, spicy, scent. Remember how I said only a short while ago that warmth will be a prominent focus of mine? Exactly. No matter where he travels to, no matter where he goes, I’m quite certain he’d like a scent that reminds him of home; considering perfume etiquette requires one to wear fragrance according to the weather and occasion, I imagine warmer scents will be much more reminiscent of the contrasting, overbearing cold conditions that his nation offers.

Agarwood (the wood of Gods) — often interchangeable with oud in the fragrance world, despite both different— is such a deliciously warm and spicy note as well; it can be a bit overwhelming for some if it is found to be too heavy in a scent (which is quite common and rather easy to manage) but it can provide such a delicious base if handled right.

With these justifications done, I will now begin to write the notes that I personally associate with him.

I simply cannot deny the association of musk; another one of the most common notes found in perfumes. It’s warm, it’s soft and heavenly, it’s delicious. It is often seen as bringing a more primal, instinctual, and almost animalistic mood to the fragrance. This comes as no surprise considering it was historically obtained from male musk deers’ glands, even if we are now able to enjoy this scent artificially as well due to modern development and discoveries.

Speaking of animal origins and perfumes, did you know that whale vomit was traditionally a rather popular ingredient in perfumes? Ambergris is a substance that comes from the digestive system of sperm whales; it smells quite foul when fresh, as one would reasonably expect. It smells like faeces, actually. Again, as one would reasonably expect. However, it… becomes pleasant after drying down? Warm, musky. Ambrein is then extracted from the ambergris to be used in brews; rather, it is the quantity of of this alcohol that dictates the quality of the ambergris. It is still used, however due to issues with both cost and access it has been replaced with a synthetic counterpart for the most part, with notable exceptions. It also has a history of being used an aphrodisiac? But so has musk, so, such usage is quite common with animal-origin ingredients and notes, but I digress. It was just a fact I find somewhat curious.

Leather is a big one as well. Do I have much explanation for this? No. Leather scents can come in a wide variety, from smooth, cozy, suave and sensual, to rough, primal, smoky, and beastly. It mostly depends on what ingredients are being used and which notes are being aimed to replicate; the fragrance house of Memo, Paris is extraordinary at replicating different types of leather scents; they’re arguably my favourite when it comes to scents, actually. But either way, there is a kick to it; a spicy, warm, and intense presence that you cannot deny.

I would like to give special mention to saffron, tobacco, rum, gin, bourbon, amber (especially amber), vanilla, cardamom and other spices for bringing a similar warmth and comfort to their scents that I’m absolutely certain would suit him very well. Also vetiver, because it brings a woody delight to any fragrance it embraces.

Now comes the discussion of perfumes; arguably what I’m most excited for and the main reason that I wished to write this.

First off the list is Ocean Leather, by Memo, Paris.

Now, the official site claims it to comprise of Vetiver, Nutmeg, Cedar, Mandarin oil, Sage, and a leather accord. It also has basil and elemi, so I’m certain you can imagine how all of this together with the mandarin oil would offer you a truly citrusy, aquatic scent, combined the comfort of leather, nutmeg, vetiver and cedar. This, along with the gorgeous whale artwork, makes this almost perfect for him. Almost.

This is the only one in the list that I haven’t smelt myself (because somehow, much to my dismay, no stores seem to be carrying it) however, I’ve heard a lot of people review it to be more of a… clean scent? Which I feel doesn’t suit Ajax at all.

For the record, fragrances are often divided as being either clean scents, or dirty scents. Clean scents are those that are not overwhelming, these are scents containing light, refreshing notes. You should expect something like citrus-heavy, something that’s very suited to spring with light, fresh floral notes. Something you’d smell in a professional setting, in an office perhaps. It’s a mild, timid scent. And I do not think it suits Ajax in any sense of the way, whether you take into account his domestic life or his professional life.

Dirty scents are warm, musky; they’re heavy, they’re entrancing, they’re so deeply connected to the Earth. They feel like browns and reds, like clay. No matter which face of him you choose to assign a scent to, it’ll likely fall under this. Imagine the sweet and gentle atmosphere at home, where he and his siblings huddle together as he cherry-picks the details of the sights he witnessed adventures, ensuring to leave out all the parts unfit for the children to hear. Do you imagine him to smell like a bouquet? Or do you imagine him to smell like home itself? A smoky sweetness that shares the depth of the abyss as it mixes with his body’s chemistry?

Or, imagine him in the battlefield; would this man smell like spring? Or would he smell like a mix of iron, sweat, musk and leather? There you have your answer.

So I’m not all too sure about this fragrance simply because I don’t have a personal reference to go off of, and everyone that I know in real life, as well as every online forum I seem to run into, calls it very light. I even saw someone refer to it as an office-scent? He is not wearing a damn office scent. However, if the citrusy notes are at balance with the leather and nutmeg and it’s offering a conflicting, fresh yet potently warm fragrance? That suits him perfectly.

The second fragrance I’d like to discuss is Royall Yacht by Royall Lyme of Bermuda.

It is another aquatic fragrance and my goodness am I in love. It perfectly balances that need for aquatic accords through citrus and that need for warmth through the warmer notes. It has vetiver, lemon, cedar, musk, and amber (along with a few floral notes but they’re not the focus). Although reading off of the notes, one might imagine this to not be so strong in its aquatic mood due to the citrus being so limited, but reviews will prove otherwise. Most people state that it perfectly encapsulates the feeling of the lulling sea breeze as one sets sail. This does come with its own issue however, and that is the fact that this house in general (Royall) is not… particularly known or admired for the longevity of their fragrances. What I’m saying is that their fragrances don’t last very long at all. I say this from personal experience (due to owning a few fragrances) as well as online observation; perhaps an hour or two at most and then they are as good as gone, and that is if you’re not partaking in any strenuous activities that might make you break out in a sweat. I imagine this wouldn’t even last ten minutes on him, so I don’t, quite see a point in its purchase or wear for such an active man.

The third I’d like to discuss is Opus XIV Royal Tobacco, by Amouage.

The notes are within the picture above: we’re seeing cardamom, musk, vetiver, agarwood, osmanthus, tobacco, licorice, benzoin, bergamot: I’m sure that you can tell that we’ve left the aquatic scent category by now. Though bergamot is present to give a citrusy feel, it’ll most just heighten the intensity of the other notes rather than offer its own unique mood. It’ll be a very dark, carnal, spicy scent with a lot of depth and smokiness to it; perhaps not suited for Ajax, a gentle family-man, but certainly fitting for the 11th Harbinger. I adore the longevity of Amouage fragrances, they’re known for their gorgeous bottles and their interesting ingredient and note selection, and this perfume is no exception.

It is such a mouthwateringly delicious scent, I cannot stress this enough. Also, the handle is made to recall the image of a Khanjar in one’s mind; Khanjars are traditional Middle Eastern and South Asian blades in the shape, usually worn by men on the hip. They’re crafted in the shape of a ‘J’ and their handles are made from a variety of materials, including but not limited to bone (especially camel bone), gold, and silver.

My last and most important association is that of Iberian Leather, by Memo, Paris.

This is such a beautiful winter fragrance; I actually got it not too long ago but I have been so deeply in love with it. It lacks aquatic accords but it has a spiciness that can handle his duality. This fragrance can provide that intimidating, overwhelming, animatic atmosphere but it can also surround one with that comforting, cozy urge to huddle in. I call it a winter fragrance because it is just that heavy and warm; although I’m personally not one to follow the etiquette of limiting scents to seasons as I prefer heavier scents all year round, people have noted this to be perfect for winter use both in real life/personal expedience, and in online discussion. Its notes include cedarwood, vetiver, agarwood, oakmoss, amber, musk, vanilla, osmanthus, cinnamon, bergamot, clove, saffron, sandalwood, and a few flower notes as well. So you’re once again getting that wooziness and that spice but you’re not getting the sweet and tender darkness of tobacco and licorice. It’s still intense and it’s still deeply layered in its scent profile but it’s not dark. It’s something that’ll suit him no matter the situation he is in or who he has in his company, and this is arguably one of the best scents to douse your winter coat in because it is so, comforting, so warm, so cozy. It is so earthen and natural. It feels like sitting next to a bonfire on a cold night. It feels like him. Not to mention, the longevity of this (or, the whole house, rather) is very impressive; you can apply it in the morning and it’ll still very much be on you when you sleep, even if barely. No matter how hot it is outside, how much you’ve been sweating, it will be on you, so help you god.

I would also like to give special mention to a few other perfumes that were close but fell short, such as Russian Leather Memo Paris; Giorgio Armani Acqua Di Gio; Giorgio Armani Black Code; Flåm Memo Paris; Vancleef & Arpels Ambré Imperial; Vancleef & Arpels Tonka Imperial, and more.

With all associations and justifications stated, I’d like to conclude this post by also mentioning what he smells like? A lot of people forget to take into consideration that no fragrance smells the same on everyone; it has a lot to do with your body chemistry (& natural body odour) as well as what you’re doing throughout the day. For example, on some people, floral notes tend to be more prominent, while on others, vanilla or more gourmand notes might appear more prominent instead. Although I can’t speculate much on which notes would be more prominent on him (vanilla; I want to say vanilla) I do feel like he’d smell like a mix of his chosen fragrance and iron. I feel like from being in battle all day, the scent would become… even more him, due to constantly mixing with his own sweat and body odour throughout the day, which then further combines with the unmistakably metallic scent of blood if business requires more extreme measures,

I will say however I imagine his fatui fur-collar cloak to smell like the most comforting thing in the world. I’ve noticed this to be quite common in winter clothing somehow, especially when you wear it quite commonly. One does not realise (and does not care, really) whether they have applied anything on it already and just about on their normal routine, spraying it over and over until it just… seemingly sets in, creating a scent so unique to the wearer because it now smells like them and the fragrance combined. It smells like home, it smells like all the memories of your past winters that you spent with those who love you. It smells like solace and relief and a happy ending and I think he deserves that bittersweet comfort of domestic nostalgia.

[littlef4ng]

𝖌𝖚𝖘𝖍𝖊𝖗 is now available via etsy, depop or through ig dm (i take paypal and venmo)

this bead woven piece is inspired by galliano’s bleeding pearl choker from ss 2006 dior — the one that's been recreated by everyone and their mother. the original dior choker was part of a whole show riffing on the imagery surrounding marie antoinette, beheading and all. here is an homage that i’ve been wanting to make in my style for a long time 

28-37cm w/ extender. i measured this to fit the middle of my neck, but please check if this will fit yours. if you dm me, i will happily add more chain to the extender free of charge

made w/ czech glass, freshwater pearls, brass rhinestone strands, garnet, thread, stainless steel findings. the pearls in the middle section are real, the outer layer pearls are glass (i ran out of the real pearls in the size i wanted lol)

on the pricey side, but that's what happens with intricate, handmade, one of a kind work. alternatively, i have much more affordable pieces on sale for 30% off!

[kristabella]

An Art Nouveau gold and Czech garnet necklace, Prague, circa 1909.

[aliceandhare]

I made myself a necklace because I wanted to try the craft and I NEED TO MAKE MORE

Also, it's hard finding cute vampiric gothic stuff, so it's easier making it myself 😎

Selenite, garnet, Czech glass beads and stainless steel. Next time I'll try amethysts and smoked quartz!

[thewomenofwindsor]

 QEII's Czech Garnet Parure

In 1996, during her State visit to the Czech Republic, Queen Elizabeth II received as gift from the Municipality of Brno a garnet and gold parure, comprising a necklace, a bracelet, a brooch and a pair of earrings.

Unfortunately, the Queen has never worn this parure publicly. She has only worn the brooch once, for a divine service at Sandringham on 1st January, 2006

[dyxtd21]

Pyrope's Trivia:

He is the real definition of "hot-shot lawyer."

His eyes are actually fire but he keeps them hidden behind his blindfold.

Girls and some guys easily swarm up to him due to his handsome appearance and exotic knowledge.

His Mohs hardenss scale number is 7.5

His name comes from two Greek words: "Pyr" which is fire and "Ope" which is eyes. Put the two words together, Pyrope, and you'll get "Fire eyes."

He is a type of Garnet.

He was a warrior.

His place of creation is where Czech Republic now resides.

He is able to remove anxieties from the mind from others when in person.

His Zodiac sign is Aries.

Pyrope is immune to toxins and poisons but not to acids.

He does suddenly combusts out of nowhere.

He has a nice singing voice which is a shame since he barely sings.

He got a Masters in Law school and he got a perfect SAT score of 1600 in Harvard Law University.

His price is $14.38 up to $6,455.48, being one of the most expensive gemstones out there.

He and Black Obsidian get along really well.

He is the only known gemstone to drink.

He has watched Suits, Ally McBeal, Judge Judy, Better call Saul, Law and Order before and played Ace Attorney as well.

Like Two-Face, he is severally protective of his own coin.

He can resist any types of fires.

He secretly has a romantic side.

[frostbite-the-bat]

WHAT AN AMAZING COLLECTION !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! i love the dragons protecting the display OOOOOOOUGH SHARKS TEETH YEAAAAAAAAA Do you have any specific favorites? (& What about them said Pick Me to you? (i love rocks sm but have none space so i only have a lil bag of my own) )

YESS!!! THANK YUOU!!! and ofc i gotta have dragons B)

and HMMM OKAY lemme THInks

so *now* pick and buy gems at trinket stores whenver i go travelling and see any tha i just dont own yet (or if theres a piece that's really pretty to me that i DO have, but it's just unique and cool and i want it)

but back then id just..! buy whatever was Cool to me . id always buy so many at once my god

my favorites are defo my extra silly fancy lookin gems!! lemme show em here (older pics) (some are fancier bc i took them for my personal collection list google doc)

bismuth!!

these quartz! i was told they are some type of quartz! these are special to me because i got them a year ago during a school trip to germany - i only had a few euros on me and i ended up spending it all on gems. we checked out the christmas markets and there was an friendly old fellow who was selling gemstones and other things! he even had a cutter and could speak english. we chatted a bit and i listened to him talk about things (like how these lil fellas are formed. i know nothing about chemicals but i just think these things are interesting!!!! i actually get most my gems from giftshops near cave tours because i love visiting them and think it's interesting ^^

anyways he had a little box of various "rocks" that could possibly be geodes that he'd cut and see if they are! the price depended on their size. he said that i could guess with the weight and feel of the "rock" and let me pick from a few that could possible be ones. i said it didn't matter to me if it's gonna be hollow or not, since it's cool to me anyways!

so while my classmates waited and stared at me i just watched this guy cut it nicely in half like this - and he then even cut the smaller flatter piece of it, too. it was very nice! it's also where i bought the tooth, the bismuth, and some other things that i forgot as well... oops. i got a lot of gems

this shimmery pretty goldstone / aventurine glass ! wacky picture quality but i don't feel like getting new pics (+ im on pc now) (lie: i ended up getting new pics later)

. it's a man-made lil' mineral, but it's very lovely regardless! i honestly only care about the "realness" only i it's a scam of some sort. any rock, trinket, gem or mineral, man-made or not is very niceys to me. (i still want an opal tho i only got an opalite which was mislabeled. i dont think on purpose since these stores sometimes accidentally mislabel or misspell things. or use czech names which gets confusing. yeah i may have inaccurate names for some of my gems but i try my best to be accurate. im no pro im just a collector little beast)

some type of peacock ore! (either treated chalcopyrite or bornite, as i've previously written down. i'll trust my past self)

aura quartz! one of my first 3 pieces ive ever gotten that sparked my collection

all of these little fellas i bought at the same place for really cheap! filled my lil collection quite a bitso. i loves tghem. theyre like cereal To Me

in order: garnet, carnelian, emerald, tusquoise (why isnt this one in my list. oh my god how many gems did i miss. i still have a few to add that ill list on the list later that i need to re-check what gems they are. lord.) opalite, chalcedony, snowflake obsidian, obsidian (?), onyx. + not pictured an aquamarine which...? i cant find? im not checking if i put it behind a bigger gem and i cant FIND IT.

i really need to do a new and better gem list . oops. i cant always rely on my memory for these names

my EYES! in order: tiger's eye 2x, hawk's eye, bull's eye

my funny silly mosly multicolor fellas idk they fit the Vibes. i likes thgem (appreciae this secion i had to make sure and like re-identify half of these but i still could be incorrect)

in ORDER... lapis lazuli, sodalite 2x, elbaite (most likely), chrysocolla, rhodonite, blue apatite, amazonite, kyanite

dalmatian jasper and unakite

...some kinda jasper?

so ya!! thats some of my Rocks. this took a while bc i had to look what some of these are again @_@ i loaves them . todays guzma enrichment: this

[nonasuch]

Curacao: I have to assume there are some local politics around the Olympics in Curacao that I know nothing about. If I had any context whatsoever I’m sure this would be a very good costume.

Czech Republic: Boo. This is a cocktail dress. If you’re doing a Bohemian garnet theme (which is a great idea!) get Victorian about it at minimum.

Denmark: I get that dragons are a Viking thing but the design makes it look like they borrowed an old costume from somewhere in Central or South America and added a dragon hat to match. Fun to look at, but confusing.

Dominican Republic: You know what, I actually like this plantain-themed costume. Sure.

Ecuador: YES I love this! She’s a sexy train! A SPECIFIC sexy train! Her hat lights up! It has a train of literal train tracks. Fantastic work.

Egypt: huh okay so this is a protest against pollution in the Nile River? Are you sure you didn’t request “sexy goth pharaoh” and work backwards from there? Okay.

El Salvador's headdress is a little wobbly but it’s a very good volcano gown otherwise. She has little bejewled ear covers like a fancy elf. And it lights up! Nice. The crowd is going apeshit because the competition is hosted in El Salvador this year.

Equatorial Guinea: I don’t like the leaf placement on this (please stop and think before you put important design elements directly over the crotch!) and those arm drapes just never look very good. This ranks low on the Rejected Poison Ivy Costume list, sorry.

Finland: I was confused by this for a minute, but it’s sexy Little My from the Moomin books and I genuinely love it. She even committed to the angry eyebrows. 

France is doing Standard Showgirl, and saying it’s a Moulin Rouge thing doesn’t really change that. Also the asymmetry just kind of makes it look like one of her bodice cups is falling down.

ITS IS TIME: Miss Universe National Costume 2023

it's here! the Met Gala for people who actually understand what camp is!

yes I'm like 3 months late, but I sat down and watched the damn thing. I put up with the horrible little rhyming couplets for each contestant so you don't have to. and without further ado:

Albania: Starting off very Victoria’s Secret this year! Apparently it’s gold for important symbolism reasons, not just because everything in this competition is blinged out to within an inch of its life. The wings do look nice in motion!

Angola has a good balance of bling, actual cultural dress, and oh hey it has surprise bonus art on the back! That will be a theme this year.

Argentina: Why is there a guy in a hat right down at the bottom edge of her cape. He looks like he’s staring at her butt. How does this represent their flag.

Aruba: This is fine. I like the coral. She thinks climate change is bad. Her parrot is clearly way too heavy to hold up and it wobbles like crazy in motion.

Australia: This is now multiple years in a row that Australia has just worn a fucking prom dress. It’s got native wildflowers on. You could have made this exact same dress with a Great Barrier Reef theme and I would have liked it 80% more.

Bahamas: This costume is allegedly based on a 19th-century doll from the Bahamas “world famous straw market,” which is already bullshit; I googled “bahamas straw market antique doll” and like. they both have big skirts? I guess? Anyway now I’m too distracted by the way she has a hoop skirt awkwardly jammed under there and hiked up on one side. Minus ten for poor construction.

Bahrain's theme is “Bahrain’s pearl heritage,” which like. I guess? The headdress and yoke are pretty. Put more pearls on the actual outfit. Kudos for getting to wear pants.

Belgium: Girl. No. Why is your theme “Latin dance” and why are you wearing a spangly cocktail dress with a totally unrelated piece of fabric fluttering behind it? (Apparently the fabric was designed by a member of Belgium’s royal family? Who is a fashion designer? This is what nepotism gets you.)

Bolivia saw Aruba’s parrot and was like, I can do that better. And she was right! It’s way less wobbly and the costume as a whole does work better. Also made from recycled materials, so we’ll see if that’s a theme again this year. The back of the cape is nice too.

Sadly, Bolivia's parrot supremacy was short-lived, because Brazil was like, bitch please. I see your sad little parrots and raise you FOUR giant parrots, and also the shoulder parrots are articulated and can turn their heads back and forth. I think Brazil wins the parrot competition that only she knew she was in.

[shellyvizanko]

Check out this listing I just added to my Poshmark closet: Warm hearts boho charm earrings.

[saurabhanandtripzygo]

How to Enjoy Czechia on a Budget Tips for Affordable Travel

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Travel Off-Season: For the best deals on flights and accommodation, plan your trip during the shoulder seasons—spring or autumn. You'll enjoy milder weather, fewer crowds, and lower prices. 🍂🌷

Use Public Transport: Save on taxis by hopping on trams, buses, or metros. In cities like Prague and Brno, public transport is efficient and affordable. 🚇🚌 For intercity travel, trains and buses are both cost-effective and scenic.

Budget Accommodations: From cozy hostels to guesthouses and Airbnb, Czechia offers plenty of budget-friendly places to stay. Consider booking a room with a local for a unique and affordable experience. 🏨✨

Explore Free Attractions: Many of Czechia’s must-see sights are free! Wander across the Charles Bridge, explore Prague Castle grounds, or hike in Bohemian Switzerland—all without spending a fortune. 🏞️🌉

Eat Like a Local: Dine at local eateries away from tourist traps. Try traditional dishes like smažený sýr (fried cheese) and enjoy lunch specials at great prices. 🍽️🇨🇿

Consider Europe Tour Packages: If you’re exploring more of Europe, look into tour packages that include Czechia. They offer great value with accommodation, transport, and guided tours all bundled together. 🌍✈️

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Smart Souvenir Shopping: Avoid overpriced tourist shops and head to local markets for unique and affordable souvenirs. Think Czech glassware, garnet jewelry, and handcrafted items. 🛍️💎

Learn Basic Czech Phrases: A few words in Czech can go a long way and might even get you better deals. Locals appreciate the effort and it enhances your travel experience! 🇨🇿🗣️

Group Travel: Traveling with friends or family can help cut costs on accommodation and meals. Look for group discounts and package deals for extra savings. 👯‍♀️💰

Czechia offers incredible value and unforgettable experiences for budget travelers. With a little planning and these tips, you can explore this beautiful country without stretching your wallet during Europe tour Packages.Happy travels! 🌟🚀

[vibranthuesdesign]

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[killer-kelp]

14, 19, 23!

(Weirdly specific asks)

14. do you think you’re dehydrated?

I'm certain I'm not bc if I am, even slightly, life becomes Unbearable. 19. the veggie you dislike the most? I would say bell peppers, especially red ones. I also somehow can't stand sliced fennel even if I do love quartered fennel, probably bc it feels like a waste of a nice crunchy fennel.

23. do you wear jewelry?

I do! I love jewelry and I have a small but nice collection, mostly vintage. With the first money I earned at my first job I bought myself a blue topaz cabochon pendant, set in gold, which I wear on a very thin silver chain and never take off. It gets me so many compliments! If I don't have any rough activity planned for the day I also usually wear my engagement ring (vintage, art deco) and a diamond and blue topaz band I bought myself and wear on the same finger.

I'm very fussy about earrings, so I don't wear them often, but my favourites are small square garnets set in gold with tiny diamonds. I also have a pair of blue topaz pendants that are super cute but not very secure, and a lovely pair of moldavite pendants that my bf got me because it's a Czech stone that are a tad heavy for frequent wear.

For special occasions I have a very pretty aquamarine ring that used to be my great grandma's and a gold bangle.

[gemsbuild]

Why Garnet Is Special: Understanding January's Birthstone

By Gems Build

Introduction

Those brought into the world in January are fortunate to have the wonderful and various garnet as their birthstone. Garnets are ordinarily red yet additionally arrive in a remarkable scope of wonderful tones, including orange, yellow, purple and dynamic green. There are even garnets that change tone from blue to purple in various lighting. Some accept the genuine worth of the garnet birthstone is its influence to bring the wearer great wellbeing, abundance and bliss. 

Garnet Birthstone Meaning and History

The name "garnet" starts from the middle-aged Latin granatus, signifying "pomegranate," regarding the likeness of the red tone. Garnets have been utilized since the Bronze Age as gemstones and abrasives. Accessories studded with red garnets embellished the pharaohs of old Egypt. Seal rings in antiquated Rome highlighted garnet intaglios that were utilized to stamp the wax that got significant archives. The pastorate and respectability of Medieval times tended to be red garnet. 

Garnet is really a gathering of a few minerals. Five of these - pyrope, almandine, spessartine, grossular and andradite - are significant as diamonds. Almandine and pyrope range in color from lavender to crimson. Spessartine is tracked down in thrilling oranges and yellows, while andradite is generally yellow to green (the jewel assortment demantoid). Grossular might have the largest reach, from dreary through yellow to rosy orange and orangy red, as well as areas of strength for a green called tsavorite. 

The Smithsonian's old fashioned pyrope hairbrush is one of the most popular bits of garnet adornments (pyrope is from the Greek pyrōpos, and that signifies "blazing looked at"). A huge rose-cut garnet sits at the peak, like a sovereign reviewing her court. The pyrope garnets that beautify this headband like gem came from the noteworthy mines in Bohemia (presently part of the Czech Republic), and these rich red delights were very famous during the Victorian period (1837-1901), when this piece was formed. 

Antique pyrope garnet hairbrush from the Public Jewel Assortment at the Smithsonian Establishment includes the January birthstone. This antique pyrope garnet hairbrush is essential for the Public Jewel Assortment at the Smithsonian Establishment. 

Inquisitive about your garnet birthstone's presumed medical advantages?

As indicated by Indian soothsaying, garnet takes out gloomy sentiments (wretchedness, responsibility) and impart more prominent self-assurance and mental clearness to advance innovative reasoning and inner harmony. In antiquated and bygone eras, diamonds like garnet were additionally remembered to be solutions for provocative illnesses and to calm the irate heart. 

Where is Garnet found? 

Garnets come from a wide range of locales and nations. Bohemia was the essential wellspring of the red pyrope garnets so famous during Victorian times. Today, the African mainland supplies a significant part of the world's garnet. Namibia is currently delivering demantoids, and a large portion of the dazzling green tsavorites in the market come from Kenya, Tanzania and Madagascar. Namibia and Tanzania are additionally key wellsprings of the rich orange-to-yellow spessartine garnets. For a long time, Southern California's Little Three digging region was known for creating this hypnotizing pearl, The birthstone for January is likewise tracked down in Myanmar, Brazil, Iran, Afghanistan, Pakistan, India and Sri Lanka, among different nations. 

Excavator in Voi, Kenya holding a modest bunch of little harsh tsavorite garnets, the birthstone for January. 

Limited scope distinctive excavators, for example, this tsavorite digger close to Voi, in Kenya, are assessed to supply some 80% of the world's jewels.

Garnet Birthstone Caring and Cleaning

The various kinds of garnet range somewhere in the range of 6.5 and 7.5 on the Mohs size of hardness. This implies that this birthstone is more powerless to harm than rubies, sapphires and jewels. So, while not all garnets are a great possibility for day-to-day wear, they are great for hoops, pins and pendants. Considering your garnet gem storage options. If you let it rub against more earnestly pearls - once more, think precious stones, rubies and sapphires - it very well may be damaged. Also, thusly garnet can scratch milder jewels, like opals or pearls. 

Most garnets are not treated. Seldom, notwithstanding, a few garnets may be crack filled, by which treaters attempt to work on the obvious lucidity of the pearl by filling surface-arriving at breaks with a glass-like substance. Such treated stones require unique consideration. In any case, utilization of a delicate brush with warm lathery water is generally favourable for cleaning garnets. Ultrasonic cleaners are generally protected, except stones that have cracks or have been broken filled. Steam cleaning isn't suggested. 

Birthstone magic blooms! Beyond your own gem, discover garnet's fire, amethyst's calm, and aquamarine's hope. Find strength in diamond, love in emerald, and magic in alexandrite. Ignite passion with ruby, seek peace in peridot, and wisdom in sapphire. Embrace tourmaline's vibrancy, topaz's warmth, and let tanzanite or turquoise guide you