The Magic
The infatuation with Emeralds dates back to ancient Egypt and Rome. It is the most fabulous gem throughout history. 
Wars have been fought and kingdoms bought for this beautiful, rare and mystic stone with alleged healing powers. Because the rich green color of Emerald is the color of Spring, the ancients prized it as the gemstone symbolizing rebirth. Treasured for at least 4,000 years by different cultures all around the world, Emerald is said to quicken the intelligence as well as the heart. Legend gives its owner the gift of eloquence. The Romans also loved Emeralds because, as ancient scholar Pliny said, 'nothing greens greener.' Pliny said that Emerald was the only gem that delighted the eye without fatiguing it. He said his eyes were restored when gazing at Emerald. Emperor Nero wore Emerald sunglasses to watch the gladiators. The Moguls of India, including the builder of the Taj Mahal, revered emeralds so much they inscribed them with sacred text and wore them as talismans. Some of these sacred stones, called Mogul Emeralds, can still be seen in museums and collections today.
