Dict: smith - EMERALD

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EMERALD - E>@ - a precious stone of a rich green color, upon which its value chiefly depends. This gem was the first in the second row on the breastplate of the high priest. kjv@Exodus:28:18 kjv@Exodus:39:11) It was imported to Tyre from Syria, kjv@Ezekiel:27:16) was used as a seal or signet, Ecclus. 32:6, as an ornament of clothing and bedding, kjv@Ezekiel:28:13; kjv@Judges:10:21) and is spoken of as one of the foundations of Jerusalem. kjv@Revelation:21:19) Tob. 13:16. The rainbow around the throne is compared to emerald in kjv@Revelation:4:3)