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Precious Gemstones

Precious Gemstones
  

The definition of what constitutes a "precious" gemstone is a fluid thing changing with societies tastes, travels and diggings.

Up until the 18th century only Diamond, sapphires, rubies and emeralds were considered precious stones.

Diamond

Created: 01-01-1970 10:00:00

Modified: 01-01-1970 10:00:00

    Emerald

    Created: 01-01-1970 10:00:00

    Modified: 01-01-1970 10:00:00

    Opal

    Created: 01-01-1970 10:00:00

    Modified: 01-01-1970 10:00:00

    Alexandrite

    Created: 01-01-1970 10:00:00

    Modified: 01-01-1970 10:00:00

      Corundum

      Created: 01-01-1970 10:00:00

      Modified: 01-01-1970 10:00:00




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