11.   The stones have handles and are curled into the house, a round scoring area.

12.   These stones have a fast cutting action, but they also wear down quickly.

13.   Work carefully because natural stone has veins and cracks that could easily open up and split the rock when struck with a hammer and chisel.

14.   According to Jewish tradition, stone did not have to undergo special purification rituals for use in the Temple.

15.   He was there before the stones had time to cool.

16.   He was in town before the stones had time to cool.

17.   Simulated stones have a long and colorful history in the jewelry world, imitating the rare and beautiful gems that took nature years to produce.

18.   Simulated stones have a long and colorful history in the jewelry world.

19.   Still, the stones have an enduring fascination.

20.   The stone has an even blue tone all over, rare for such a large specimen, Dunaigre said.