Emerald stone belongs to high-class jewelry, and in Russia it is legally declared a currency value. Among beryls, emerald is one of the most expensive specimens (after bicksbit, a very rare red beryl). Its pure large blue-green samples often cost more than a diamond of the same size. Compared to other beryls, an emerald almost always has third-party inclusions that significantly affect its value. The brighter and richer the green color of the stone, the more it is appreciated. The color of the emerald depends on the presence of chromium impurities in its composition and rather stringent conditions are imposed on it (it should have a very limited set of shades and a certain color intensity). The beauty of the stone has long been a talk of the town, which is probably why all women strive to have an emerald necklace or at least a small pendant in their arsenal.
Emerald stone has been known and appreciated since ancient times. Then it was mined on the world famous "Mines of Queen Cleopatra", which was very fond of jewelry with this magic stone. In those days, the pharaohs decided to bury noble people with an emerald around their neck, a symbol of greenery was depicted on a stone, as a symbol of eternal youth on earth. The Romans also appreciated and loved emeralds, Pliny wrote that there is no other stone that would soothe his eye like a magnificent emerald. Sunglasses with emerald glasses were specially ordered for the Emperor Nero so that he could comfortably look at gladiatorial fights. An ancient legend says that Satan himself dropped an emerald when he was defeated by light forces. The stone was faceted in the shape of a cup, and it was it that was in the hands of Christ at his last meal, and Joseph subsequently collected the blood of Christ from her crucifix. This is where the legend of the Holy Grail originates.
Emerald-stone, set in gold, is one of the most powerful amulets against dark forces, it stimulates in man only the best light qualities. In Europe, it is believed that it personifies purity, fidelity and love, for Russians this stone is primarily a gem of hope, composure and wisdom, as well as an invariable indicator of female constancy. It gives its owner joy and fun, and for poets and artists serves as an inexhaustible source of inspiration. According to ancient legends, a person endowed with certain abilities, under the influence of an emerald, may well reach sky-high heights. The emerald cult existed in pre-Columbian America, attributed to it magical power, healing wounds and making a soldier invulnerable in battle, as well as giving him the gift of foresight.
Indian tribes believed that the emerald-stone has a special connection with the other world, it has a strong positive energy that destroys even the smallest rudiments of evil thoughts. Numerous legends and traditions say that the stone patronizes sailors and mothers. One who has an emerald will never shed innocent blood and will not stumble, he gives mercy to the victor, and courage to the warrior. In those days, among healers, emerald stone has a very positive value. Healing properties are often attributed to him, it is believed that the gem can lower the temperature and heal from inflammatory processes, and also contributes to the resorption of kidney stones. The emerald is recommended to be worn on the neck by short-sighted and hysterical women, the stone immediately eliminates the disease, and also helps in restoring memory. The emerald, suspended at the head of the bed, averts nightmares and dispels evil dreams, averts black thoughts and impending danger. Emerald stone is a symbol of youth and purity donated by nature itself.