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The Birthstone of October

Opal, Tourmaline

Represent creativity and emotional balance.
A close up photo of an opal.
Each birthstone period has it’s own history of what stones were used during that time within various different cultures. Below, you can learn about other birthstones that were recognized during the month of October.

Modern Stone (Displayed):

Opal, Tourmaline

Traditional Stone:

Tourmaline

Mystical Stone:

Jasper

Ayurvedic Stone:

Opal

Other Stones:

Pink Tourmaline, Zircon, Aquamarine

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Thomas James & Bechtold Jewelry is a locally owned jewelry store in Sioux Falls, SD that has been open since 1902, specializing in custom made jewelry.

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    Sioux Falls, SD 57104

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Due to the holiday we will be closed the week of July 1st to July 8th to spend time with our families and allow the community to celebrate.

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