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3 Facts Most People Don't Know About Emeralds
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On Monday, November 13, 2017
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May babies are special – they are intensely loyal and strong-willed, much like the emerald which is the birthstone for those born in May. Emerald is called ‘the stone of successful love.’ For thousands of years, people have been fascinated and have held this gemstone in reverence. In fact, emeralds were known to have been traded as early as 4000 BC in ancient Babylon. The Incas worshipped them, Aristotle and Alexander the Great wore them as talismans! Here’s why we think emeralds are fascinating:
The emerald is the stone of loyalty and love
Emeralds were used by people in the ancient world to help them heal the heart. It was associated with the Goddess Venus, goddess of love and beauty. The emerald is known to ensure domestic bliss and contentment in the wearer’s life. No wonder, emerald rings are the traditional gifts for people celebrating their 20th, 35th and 55th wedding anniversary.
Emeralds have been mined since 1500 BC
Some of the earliest emeralds have known to be sourced near the Red Sea in Egypt. Queen Cleopatra loved them and reportedly wore them to enhance her beauty. Although the Incas worshipped emeralds, it was not until the 16th century that these stones were discovered in South America, leading to the emerald trade.
Aristotle had prescribed emeralds for the eyes!
Some cultures believed emeralds to cure maladies of the eye. It was prescribed that the stone be kept in a container full of water overnight. This water was to be poured over the eyes the next morning to help a person heal problems related to the eye. Aristotle also recommended wearing emerald talismans and amulets to prevent epilepsy. The ancient Sumerians believed that emerald rings worn on the little finger on the left hand cured inflammations of the eyes.
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Category: Gemstones
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