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Kundan, meaning pure gold, [1] is a traditional form of Indian gemstone jewellery involving a gem set with a gold foil between the stones and its mount, usually for elaborate necklaces and other jewellery. [2] [3]
A gem or stone said to be formed from the congealed rays of the moon. It is also called Manī-chaka. Chintamani - a wish-fulfilling jewel, anything wished by holding it in the hands can be availed. [26] Kaustubha - Is a divine jewel or "Mani", which is in the possession of Lord Vishnu. Nagamani - The gem that lies on the nagaraja Vasuki's head.
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Indian Green Marble: It is found in Rajasthan, India; Indian Green Marble's most quarries are situated in Kesariyaji, which is 60 km far from Udaipur, Rajasthan India. This Indian green marble is known by name all over the world. In Europe, people know Indian green marble as a Verde Guatemala. Many varieties are available in Indian green marble.
Among the first few treasures that emerged was the kaustubha, described to be an "excellent gem, the lotus-hued ruby". [3] The Skanda Purana describes the nature of this gem: [4] From the ocean that was being churned emerged a highly refulgent, extremely bright, most excellent gem having the brilliance of the Sun. It was called Kaustubha.
Bahia Emerald [2]; Carolina Emperor, [3] [4] 310 carats uncut, 64.8 carats cut; discovered in the United States in 2009, resides in the North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences, Raleigh, NC, US
This is a list of List of National Treasures of India, as named by the Antiquities and Art Treasures Act (1972). [1] [2] Artists. List of National Treasures of India
Gemstones of the World revised 5th edition, 2013 by Walter Schumann ISBN 978-1454909538 Smithsonian Handbook: Gemstones by Cally Hall, 2nd ed. 2002 ISBN 978-0789489852 hide