
Later, emeralds were highly prized by the Incas and Aztecs when discovered in Colombia. Many other cultures have embraced emeralds as their own, and ascribe much value to the green gems. Whether a centerpiece of Russian crown jewels, part of a collection of the Iranian State Treasure, or a favorite of Indian Shahs, emeralds have long been associated with royalty and status. Shah Jahan of India, famous for buenailding the Taj Mahal, was so enamored by emeralds that he inscribed his collection with sacred texts and used them as talismans.
There is no doubt that emeralds have always been valued for their mythological powers and strengths. The gem was commonly known to help and soothe vision (Nero was said to view gladiator fights through a large, transparent emerald), and the colour green has always had an association with spring and rebirth. In fact, ancient Egyptians often buried mummies with an emerald hung from their neck in hopes of providing eternal youth.
Many physical and emotional ailments are also said to be helped by wearing emeralds. Throughout time, these gems have been assigned healing powers for: depression, insomnia, the immune system, diabetes and blood detoxification, among many others. As if that wasn’t enough, emeralds are also associated with love, fidelity, inspiration, wisdom, harmony, growth, patience, peace and abundance.
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