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Opalescent Island Dreams

"There are worlds in an opal." Terry Guillemets The oceans are filled with beauty - swirling shades of blue, blue-green, emerald green, purple, red, yellow, and orange in the expanse of water itself and in its flora and fauna. The scales of the mahi mahi, the sailfish and the tarpon shining brilliantly as they breach the waves. Here at DePaulas we are enchanted with the wonder of the oceans as well. Master Jeweler Joseph DePaula was inspired to create a line of jewelry featuring the opal, a gemstone which reflects much of the depth and essence of the seas. Each piece is lovingly handcrafted...

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DePaula Jewelers Crafts Diamond Pendant for Coral Reef Restoration Foundation

DePaula Jewelers Crafts Diamond Pendant for Coral Reef Restoration Foundation

The Coral Reef Restoration Foundation The Coral Reef Restoration Foundation has been restoring delicate coral, educating people, and developing innovative techniques to preserve and grow this marvelous underwater ecosystem.   Coral Farming One of the techniques used to restore the valuable Florida Keys coral is to grow staghorn, boulder star, elkhorn, mountainous star, pillar and blade fire corals in offshore, pioneering Coral Tree ® nurseries. From there, after six to nine months, they are transplanted to actual reefs, tethered by a non-toxic marine epoxy. Restoring The Reef Each of the aforementioned types of coral are threatened and keystone species, which help balance the...

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