Therefore, it is not possible to write a detailed, comprehensive 2000-word article on a specific gemstone using only the provided materials, as requested. Such an article would require factual information about the gemstone itself, which is absent from the sources.
Below is a summary of the information that can be extracted from the provided sources.
Summary of Available Information
The provided sources describe a line of birthstone jewelry offered by the brand Kendra Scott. The collection is marketed as a personalized gift option for any birth month.
Product and Collection Details: * Brand: Kendra Scott. * Product Type: Necklaces, specifically pendant necklaces. The collection also includes earrings, charms, and other jewelry types as mentioned in broader category pages. * Collection Name: "Birthstone Jewelry" or "Birthstone Necklaces." * Personalization: The jewelry is designed to represent each of the twelve birth months, allowing customers to select a piece that corresponds to their own or a loved one's birth month.
Materials and Design: * Metals: The necklaces are crafted in various metal finishes, including: * 14k gold over brass * 18k Gold Plated Vermeil * Gold * Silver * Sterling Silver * 14k White Gold * 14k Yellow Gold * Design Aesthetic: The pieces are described as "dainty" and designed to be layered or stacked with other necklaces. Specific product examples mentioned include the "Elisa Gold Extended Length Pendant," "Cailin Gold Huggie Earrings," and "Davie 18k Gold Vermeil Stud Earrings."
Pricing and Availability: * Price Point: The collection is positioned as an affordable gifting option, with a marketing note stating, "Every necklace is under $50." * Sales: Some items are listed with a sale price, showing an original price of $100.00 reduced to $60.00.
Marketing and Target Audience: * Occasions: The jewelry is promoted for various gifting occasions, including birthdays and Mother's Day. * Target Audience: Individuals looking for personalized, meaningful, and affordable jewelry for themselves or as gifts.
Limitations for a Detailed Gemstone Article
To write a comprehensive article for the "Birthstones" project as outlined in the system prompt, the following information would be required, but is not present in the provided sources:
- Gemological Properties: Hardness (Mohs scale), chemical composition, refractive index, crystal system, specific gravity, and clarity characteristics for any of the twelve birthstones.
- Geological Formation and Sources: How and where the gemstones are formed in nature and the specific countries or mines where they are sourced.
- History and Lore: The historical significance of each birthstone, ancient beliefs associated with them, and their journey to becoming modern birthstones.
- Symbolism and Metaphysical Beliefs: Cultural meanings and purported healing or spiritual powers attributed to the stones.
- Care and Cleaning: Practical advice on how to clean and maintain the gemstones based on their physical properties.
Without this essential data, it is impossible to fulfill the request for an expert, in-depth article on a specific gemstone. The provided sources are limited to a commercial catalog and do not contain the scientific, historical, or cultural information necessary for such a publication.