Distinctive Deep and Alluring Bluish Green Tones of a Zambian Emerald – Treasures from the Earth to Cherish

Distinctive Deep and Alluring Bluish Green Tones of a Zambian Emerald – Treasures from the Earth to Cherish

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Gemstoneuniverse.com Table Natural Zambian Emerald Gemstone Facts

Featured today is a fine natural jyotish quality Zambian emerald of 2.00 carats. The oval cut vibrant emerald green gemstone has been set in 22 karat gold as a Mercury Talisman ring. The gem is lustrous and has fine clarity.

The story of the emerald seal bearing the title of “Jagat Seth” given to Fateh Chand of Murshidabad in 1723 by emperor Muhammad Shah is well known. The title of Jagat Seth (financier of the world) became a legend – a name that he came to be known by. In fact, Jagat Seth became an iconic brand itself. His set up became a bank of sorts that was given the charge of royal mints at Dhaka and Patna!

Iconic House of Jagat Seth in Murshidabad

Adopted by Manik Chand, Fateh Chand grew to tremendous levels of power. He was an astute businessman who was at one time regarded as important as the Nawab of Bengal and admired even by the foreigners! Interestingly, much of the foreign exchange control in those times, rested in his hands.

Natural Emerald or zammrud or panna gemstone is the gem of planet Mercury/ Budh. It can be used in a talisman to harness the energies of this planet.

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