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Colombian Emerald Suite Consisting of a Necklaces, Earrings, and a Ring - FJ.9000
Origin: Colombia
Collection: Jewelry
Medium: Emeralds, Diamonds
Location: UAE
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| Description |
Emeralds are a grass-green variety of beryl that
are highly valued as a gemstone. The name
comes indirectly from the Greek smaragdos, a
name that seems to have been given to a number
of stones having little in common except their
green color. Many virtues were formerly ascribed
to emeralds. When worn, the stone was held to
be a preservative against epilepsy, and when
held in the mouth it was believed to be a cure
for dysentery. It was supposed to assist women
at childbirth, to drive away evil spirits, and to
preserve the chastity of the wearer. Administered
internally, it was reputed to have great medicinal
value. Its refreshing green color was said to be
good for the eyesight. The physical properties of
emerald are essentially the same as those of
beryl. Its refractive and dispersive powers are not
high, so that cut stones display little brilliancy or
fire. The magnificent color that gives
extraordinary value to this gem is probably due
to small amounts of chromium.
- (FJ.9000)
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