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The zircon crystals that formed during the Sturtian glaciation gradually disappear in younger rocks until they are replaced by zircons formed after the ice began to melt.
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Elizabeth Rayne, Ars Technica, 13 Sep. 2024
The full sequin look was paired with Tiffany & Co. jewels, including a platinum necklace set with 160 carats of aquamarines, 49 carats of blue zircons, and nearly two carats of diamonds.
—Ingrid Vasquez, Peoplemag, 16 Sep. 2024
Another thing that the outcrop’s zircons told the researchers is that the Sturtian glaciation lasted around 58 million years.
—Elizabeth Rayne, Ars Technica, 13 Sep. 2024
The zircons and other geochemical evidence suggest that the rocks were deposited here between 662 and 720 million years ago.
—Laura Baisas, Popular Science, 15 Aug. 2024
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Elizabeth Rayne, Ars Technica, 13 Sep. 2024
The full sequin look was paired with Tiffany & Co. jewels, including a platinum necklace set with 160 carats of aquamarines, 49 carats of blue zircons, and nearly two carats of diamonds.
—Ingrid Vasquez, Peoplemag, 16 Sep. 2024
Another thing that the outcrop’s zircons told the researchers is that the Sturtian glaciation lasted around 58 million years.
—Elizabeth Rayne, Ars Technica, 13 Sep. 2024
The zircons and other geochemical evidence suggest that the rocks were deposited here between 662 and 720 million years ago.
—Laura Baisas, Popular Science, 15 Aug. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for zircon
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The paintings of Mickalene Thomas are big, bold, gaudy, and beautiful, embedded with rhinestones, daubed with phosphorescent color, and composed like crazy quilts.Jerry Saltz, Vulture, 9 Jan. 2025
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The dress features a lacquered jersey skirt and bodice embroidered with 23,000 crystals, rhinestones, and sequins, with a silk pleated peplum, and feathers blooming from the bust.Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 6 Jan. 2025
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Eagle-eyed sleuths quickly traced the 5.02 carat cushion cut East-West ring back to jewelry label Jessica McCormack, a growing favorite among the Hollywood It-girl milieu.Hannah Jackson, Vogue, 8 Jan. 2025
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Every generation likes to have their own take on a look, and jewelry trends are no different.Marilú Almaguer, Glamour, 8 Jan. 2025
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In addition, there’s a 13.18-carat unmounted and unheated sugarloaf cabochon Kahmir sapphire with an estimate of $500,000 - $750,000.Anthony DeMarco, Forbes, 30 Nov. 2024
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The Ballon Bleu is easily recognizable thanks to its signature blue sapphire cabochon crown within a protective metal arch and those famous Cartier Roman numerals.Sophie Furley, Robb Report, 23 Nov. 2024
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Jalapeño, garlic, dill and salt are mashed together to form a paste that provides the backbone of a quick-spiced tomato sauce.Mia Leimkuhler, New York Times, 4 Jan. 2025
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On a recent Wednesday, Anna brightened up her hummus with shatta ($6.99) — a bright-red chile paste that adds a kick when wiped through the hummus with a triangle of warm pita bread.Anna Spoerre, Kansas City Star, 2 Jan. 2025
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The scarab is now in display in the Jay and Jeanie Schottenstein National Campus for the Archaeology of Israel in Jerusalem, while Filshteiner received a certificate of appreciation from the IAA for her discovery.Mark R. Weaver, Newsweek, 4 Dec. 2024
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One of the mummies was even found with a heart scarab.Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 17 Dec. 2024
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Anila and her husband also make a surprise cameo, adding to the mix of elite attending the gala.Shelby Stewart, Essence, 13 Jan. 2025
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Kevin Korchinski made a cameo and looked greatly improved.Mark Lazerus, The Athletic, 10 Jan. 2025
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The gold band is covered in baguette gemstones for a luxurious look.Nicol Natale, People.com, 25 Nov. 2024
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Includes a backdrop of tropicals behind mid palate flavors that include baguette and toffee.Tom Mullen, Forbes, 24 Nov. 2024
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Alongside a Bulgari paraiba tourmaline and diamond necklace, the Dune actress was debuting a new ring: a sizeable diamond solitaire, believed to be from her partner, the Spider-Man actor Tom Holland.Kate Matthams, Forbes, 7 Jan. 2025
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The store’s current top-ticket item is a solitaire diamond ring priced at $19,491.Faith Karimi, CNN, 30 Nov. 2024
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“Zircon.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/zircon. Accessed 17 Jan. 2025.
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