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Emerald:

Emerald is the green associate of the beryl family. Traces of chromium and also vanadium in the crystalline structure are what create the green color. These gemstones were mined by the Egyptian Pharaohs as early as 3000 B.C. and the ancient Incas and even Aztecs of South America regarded them as holy.

 

Enamel:

This is a method used to add decorative color to metals.