Oriental emerald
noun
a green variety of corundum used as a gemstone
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How to use Oriental emerald in a sentence
Oriental topaz (yellow), Oriental emerald (green), and oriental amethyst (purple) are also clear varieties of corundum.
Geology | William J. MillerA very rare and extremely beautiful green variety is called the Oriental emerald.
The Chemistry, Properties and Tests of Precious Stones | John Mastin
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