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Maine State Gemstone:
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Maine designated tourmaline as the official state gemstone in 1971. Tourmaline ranges in color from black or white to vibrant shades of red, green, and blue. Individual crystals can be opaque to transparent and may be single or multi-colored.
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Maine State Symbols: Maine.gov SOS Kids' Page |
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Geological Symbols - 50 States List |
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Great gifts for teachers - travelers - students!
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State Symbols USA is a nonprofit organization promoting appreciation for our natural treasures and cultural heritage. What are your State Symbols? |
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