Mineral

Dearest Jewelry (Multigemstone)

Combination of Diamond (C), Emerald (Be3Al2Si6O18), Amethyst/Rock Crystal (SiO2), Ruby (Al2O3), Emerald (Be3Al2Si6O18), Sapphire (Al2O3), and Topaz (Al2SiO4(F,OH)2)

AI-generated identification · may be incorrect

Hardness: 7 to 10 (Mohs); Colors: Clear, Green, Purple, Red, Blue, Yellow; Luster: Adamantine to Vitreous; Crystal Structures: Isometric, Trigonal, Hexagonal, and Orthorhombic.

Hardness: 7 to 10 (Mohs)
Luster: Adamantine to Vitreous

Identified March 15, 2026More mineral →

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At a glance

Common name: Dearest Jewelry (Multigemstone)
Scientific name: Combination of Diamond (C), Emerald (Be3Al2Si6O18), Amethyst/Rock Crystal (SiO2), Ruby (Al2O3), Emerald (Be3Al2Si6O18), Sapphire (Al2O3), and Topaz (Al2SiO4(F,OH)2)
Category: Mineral
Identified: March 15, 2026
Method: Standard

AI Estimated Value

$150-$450 for modern gold-plated or silver versions; $800-$3,500+ for antique Victorian 18k gold specimens depending on gem quality.

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AI estimate for general interest only — not an appraisal. Actual value depends on condition, provenance, and market demand. Verify with a professional before buying, selling, or insuring.

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Physical properties

Hardness: 7 to 10 (Mohs); Colors: Clear, Green, Purple, Red, Blue, Yellow; Luster: Adamantine to Vitreous; Crystal Structures: Isometric, Trigonal, Hexagonal, and Orthorhombic.

Formation & geological history

Formed through various geological processes including high-pressure carbon crystallization (diamonds), hydrothermal veins (emeralds/amethyst), and metamorphic or igneous crystallization (corundum gems).

Uses & applications

Predominantly used in jewelry as an 'acrostic' ring where the first letter of each gemstone spells the word 'DEAREST' (Diamond, Emerald, Amethyst, Ruby, Emerald, Sapphire, Topaz).

Geological facts

Acrostic jewelry was popularized in the 19th century by French jeweler Jean-Baptiste Mellerio. It was a common romantic gift during the Victorian era to send coded messages through gemstones.

Field identification & locations

Identify by observing the sequence of colors (Clear, Green, Purple, Red, Green, Blue, Yellow). Commonly found in vintage or antique marketplaces and estate jewelry collections.