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Ligure :: Ligure (n.) A kind of precious stone.

Semiprecious :: Semiprecious (a.) Somewhat precious; as, semiprecious stones or metals..

Mine :: Mine (v. i.) A pit or excavation in the earth, from which metallic ores, precious stones, coal, or other mineral substances are taken by digging; -- distinguished from the pits from which stones for architectural purposes are taken, and which are called quarries..

Ruby :: Ruby (n.) A precious stone of a carmine red color, sometimes verging to violet, or intermediate between carmine and hyacinth red. It is a red crystallized variety of corundum..

Plating :: Plating (n.) The art or process of covering anything with a plate or plates, or with metal, particularly of overlaying a base or dull metal with a thin plate of precious or bright metal, as by mechanical means or by electro-magnetic deposition..

Valuable :: Valuable (a.) Having value or worth; possessing qualities which are useful and esteemed; precious; costly; as, a valuable horse; valuable land; a valuable cargo..

Garland :: Garland (n.) A wreath of chaplet made of branches, flowers, or feathers, and sometimes of precious stones, to be worn on the head like a crown; a coronal; a wreath..

Rich :: Rich (superl.) Composed of valuable or costly materials or ingredients; procured at great outlay; highly valued; precious; sumptuous; costly; as, a rich dress; rich silk or fur; rich presents..

Water :: Water (n.) The limpidity and luster of a precious stone, especially a diamond; as, a diamond of the first water, that is, perfectly pure and transparent. Hence, of the first water, that is, of the first excellence..

Serpentine :: Serpentine (n.) A mineral or rock consisting chiefly of the hydrous silicate of magnesia. It is usually of an obscure green color, often with a spotted or mottled appearance resembling a serpent's skin. Precious, or noble, serpentine is translucent and of a rich oil-green color..

Jewel :: "Jewel (n.) An ornament of dress usually made of a precious metal, and having enamel or precious stones as a part of its design..

Dearness :: Dearness (n.) Fondness; preciousness; love; tenderness.

Dear :: Dear (superl.) Highly valued; greatly beloved; cherished; precious.

Glyptographic :: Glyptographic (a.) Relating to glyptography, or the art of engraving on precious stones..

Jewel :: Jewel (n.) An object regarded with special affection; a precious thing.

Choice :: Choice (superl.) Worthly of being chosen or preferred; select; superior; precious; valuable.

Preciously :: Preciously (adv.) In a precious manner; expensively; extremely; dearly. Also used ironically.

Gold :: Gold (v. t.) A metallic element, constituting the most precious metal used as a common commercial medium of exchange. It has a characteristic yellow color, is one of the heaviest substances known (specific gravity 19.32), is soft, and very malleable and ductile. It is quite unalterable by heat, moisture, and most corrosive agents, and therefore well suited for its use in coin and jewelry. Symbol Au (Aurum). Atomic weight 196.7..

Golden :: Golden (a.) Very precious; highly valuable; excellent; eminently auspicious; as, golden opinions..

Dearworth :: Dearworth (a.) Precious.

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