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State Gemstone - Benitoite Read more about Gemstone – Benitoite

Gemstone – Benitoite

by admin | Oct 19, 2021 | California State Symbols

This rare gemstone is also known as the “blue diamond” because of its deep shades of transparent blue color.

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Read more about Sport – Surfing

Sport – Surfing

by admin | Oct 19, 2021 | California State Symbols

Surfing was first introduced to the United States from Hawaii during the 19th century by California hotel owners.

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State Animal Read more about Animal – California Grizzly Bear

Animal – California Grizzly Bear

by admin | Oct 13, 2021 | California State Symbols

The loss of habitat and over-hunting by a rapidly growing human population led to their complete extinction by the 1920s.

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