Beverly Hills, CA -- (SBWIRE) -- 04/18/2012 -- Beverly Hills Gem announces the discovery of the Cleopatra Emerald. Several art collectors around the world have expressed interest in the "Cleopatra Emerald" as a work of art.

Beverly Hills Gem is an established retailer and appraiser of objects of Fine Art. Through the centuries, enduring objects of art last and hold their value well. Emeralds have been highly valued throughout the ages and were considered important, sacred stones in many cultures. The dazzling beauty of emerald gemstones led the Egyptians to revere them as a sign and grantor of eternal youth, early sailors even valued the stone for its believed ability to calm stormy seas, and the Romans believed that gazing upon the stone would restore eyesight. In many cultures across the world the stone became known for imparting psychic abilities such as the gift of foreknowledge of future events and even today many acclaimed psychics wear the stone believing in this ability. With the innate beauty of this stone that has captured the attention and imagination of mankind for thousands of years, it is easy to see why large emeralds have value as objects of art. The owner of the "Cleopatra Emerald", a large emerald that is one of the most beautiful of its kind, states that the "Cleopatra Emerald," "…is not suitable for jewelry for its rare and unique size. In addition to its art value, the gem value also makes the "Cleopatra Emerald" a unique one of a kind piece; therefore the estimated value of the emerald is priceless." Individuals that would like to learn more about the "Cleopatra Emerald," may visit the company's website at Beverly Hills Gem.

Some recent examples of comparable Fine Art (photos adjacent) sales include:
Alberto Giacometti: "L'Homme qui marche I", 1961

$104.3 million - Sotheby's London, February 2010 - This life-size work ranks among the most arresting and iconic of the artist's bronzes, and became the most expensive work of Art ever auctioned at that time.

Portrait of Adele Bloch-Bauer by Gustav Klimt ($135,000,000)

Jadeite - USD $3 + Million/Carat

Currently, the Cleopatra emerald is now on the market for purchase. For consideration, you can send your offer to beverlyhillsgem.com or call 888 311-7293.

About Beverly Hills Gem
Beverly Hills Gem was founded in 2011 to offer appraisal and retail services of fine gemstones and objects of art.

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Own a Piece of History as the Newly Discovered Worlds Largest Emerald Cleopatra Emerald enters the marketplace for purchase.

Beverly Hills, CA -- (SBWIRE) -- 04/09/2012 -- A team of researchers recently discovered what some are calling the largest emerald in the world. Aptly named the "Cleopatra Emerald," its weight is 40175 carts (cts) and shares a similar if not the same species as the famous Mogul emerald (217.80 cts), which Christie's sold for $2.2 million.

To confirm the authenticity of the Cleopatra as an emerald, researchers analyzed its tone and light. Subsequently, that color enhancements notwithstanding, the Cleopatra's displayed an uneven tone with some parts lighters and others darker. For this and other reasons, GIA graduates at www.igli.in have certified the Cleopatra as n emerald.

With its rarity and beauty together with the Mogul as a basis for comparison, gem experts have approximated the Cleopatra's value from $20 - $450 million (US). The Cleopatra also has a visually appealing deep green color akin to a Brazilian emerald.

What makes the Cleopatra so unique is not only its weight, but also its cut – among other characteristics. Indeed, it's both brittle and a large round emerald, making it even more unique. Although emeralds are the most challenging of all gems to cut, it took over 3 months to cut the Cleopatra. As is common practice in treating emeralds, the Cleopatra was enhanced with oil treatment.

For historical perspective on the Cleopatra, the emerald's beauty and exquisiteness reminded its discoverers of the original Queen of Egypt herself. In fact, the connection between the gem and the queen runs deeper: for Cleopatra of Egypt, emeralds were her favorite of all gems.

Currently, the Cleopatra emerald is now on the market for purchase. For consideration, you can send your offer to beverlyhillsgem.com or call 888 311-7293.

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