subota, 08.01.2011.
Nature's Fireworks - A Beginner's Guide to OPAL - Part 1; Myths, Legends, and Folklore
Opal has been treasured throughout history from the early Aztecs and Romans to Queen Victoria, who loved opals so much that she gave them away as wedding presents. They have adorned the crowns of the Holy Roman Emperor, and are set in the crown jewels of France. Josephine was given an opal with brilliant red flashes called “The Burning of Troy” by Napoleon. Roman historian Pliny described the beauty of opals as the combination of the beauty of all gems.“Natures Fireworks” and “The Queen of Gems”.
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