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Geeks in love often get ignored by jewelers and the rest of the romance-industrial complex. We think that’s unfair. Thankfully, Shapeways’ community of designers has a ton of incredible gift options for your geeky valentine. Here are a few of our favorites, just right for every type of geek in your life.<\/p>\n

For the gamer who loves nature \u2014\u00a0Botanical Dice Set<\/h3>\n

When they’re not out in the field communing with nature, they’re rolling D20 with the druid RPG character, so why not give them the artisan set of dice that connects their two favorite worlds?<\/p>\n

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Botanical Dice Set by Made by Wombat<\/p><\/div>\n

For the history buff valentine \u2014\u00a0Valentine Tank Archer<\/h3>\n

Even the most veteran, grizzled wargamer will love this historically accurate miniature of the UK’s iconic WWII tank, appropriately named for the day \u2014\u00a0Valentine’s Day, 1940 \u2014\u00a0when the design was first submitted to the British War Office.<\/p>\n

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Vehicle – Valentine Tank Archer by Sandman Artistry<\/p><\/div>\n

For the biochemist who loves bling \u2014 The Ring Of Life DNA Molecule Ring<\/h3>\n

This DNA-shaped ring brings out the inherent romance in the double helix. Plus, it will keep them looking sharp while working under the microscope.<\/p>\n

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The Ring Of Life DNA Molecule Ring by Universe Becoming<\/p><\/div>\n

For the trendy paleontologist \u2014\u00a0Trilobite Pendant<\/h3>\n

Give them the gift of their favorite prehistoric anthropod, brought back from extinction in incredible detail. You know they’ll love you for it.<\/p>\n

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Trilobite pendant by Elytra<\/p><\/div>\n

For the geek that wants to save lives \u2014 Mana Potion Pendant<\/h3>\n

Not only is this Mana Potion pendant by Lumecluster a super cool accessory that any gamer would know, all profits go towards a great cause: helping cancer victims and their families.<\/p>\n

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Mana Potion Pendant (designed by Lumecluster) by ElaineHyojinKim<\/p><\/div>\n

Looking for more geeky, amazing gifts for your valentine? Explore the\u00a0Shapeways marketplace here.<\/a>\u00a0Let us know in the comments if we missed any of your favorite geeky gifts.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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