Cleopatra wore lavish embellishments of emerald, this precious stone being her favorite jewelry. These breath-taking crystals were mined by the ancient Egyptians under the extreme conditions of desert heat, snakes and scorpions. The mines were claimed by Cleopatra as her own, during her reign, as she took extreme fascination to the green gems. It was noted how Cleopatra often gifted her visitors with this May birthstone, carved in her image.
A large emerald is usually very expensive as it is very rare. Growing within metamorphic rocks, the slow development and the growth in size is often restricted by the rock. Hence, finding a big stone is a very special condition increasing the emerald’s value. Care must be observed to protect it from hard blows because it is possible to get broken, due to the inclusions within.
It is often believed that an Emerald jewelry can bring wisdom, patience and growth to its wearer. May birthstone jewelry is best presented as a gift by a lover who would want to incorporate all of the mentioned virtues in the present relationship. After all, who does not wish for love to be strong and to endure all things.
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