The Green of the Emerald- the colour of life and of the springtime, which comes around again and again. This facinating gemstone is considered the goddess among gemstones. But it has also, for centuries, been the colour of beauty and of constant love. Deep green is the most desired color in emeralds. The paler the color of the emerald, the lesser its value.
Emeralds have been held in high esteem since ancient times. Probably the oldest known finds were once made near the Red Sea in Egypt. Is it no wonder why, Cleopatra- Egypt’s tempestuous female monarch, was famous for wearing emeralds in her time.
This gemstone still occupies a special position in many cultures and religions. Green for example is the holy colour of Islam. Islamic texts describe the Garden of Paradise as carpeted with this gem. As per Indian astrology, emerald is the gemstone, pertaining to Mercury. By wearing it, a man can appease his or her mental commotion. It is believed to provide peace and harmony.
This green variety of beryl, a silicate of beryllium and aluminium represents regeneration and life. This green colour of emerald is due to trace of chromium. Finest quality emeralds are even more precious than diamonds. When the feeling of closeness and intimacy is the foundation of a loving Relationship, nothing else prevails and nothing else matters, only love Lingers.