Emerald or diamond Crossword Clue

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This time we bring you information about the crossword clue Emerald or diamond that was published at Newsday.com crossword puzzle page.

Understanding Today's Crossword Puzzle

Today's crossword clue "Emerald or diamond" with the answer "GEM" exemplifies the common characteristics shared by emeralds, diamonds, and the answer itself:

• Hardness: Both emeralds and diamonds are known for their hardness on the Mohs scale, just like the answer "GEM" represents something precious and enduring.
• Rarity: Emeralds and diamonds are considered rare and highly sought after in the world of gemstones, much like how the answer "GEM" signifies something valuable and scarce.
• Beauty: Emeralds and diamonds are renowned for their beauty and brilliance, reflecting the elegance associated with the answer "GEM."
• Symbolism: Both emeralds and diamonds have symbolic meanings attached to them; emeralds symbolize rebirth and love, diamonds represent strength and purity, mirroring the significance of the answer "GEM."

In the world of gemstones, while emeralds and diamonds hold their unique places, the term "GEM" serves as a broad category encompassing all valuable and precious stones, making it the fitting answer to the clue "Emerald or diamond" in today's crossword puzzle.

Definition of "GEM"

a precious or semi-precious stone, especially when cut and polished or engraved

Example :

a pagoda embellished with precious gems

this architectural gem of a palace

a gemmed necklace

 The Crossword clue "Emerald or diamond" published 3 time/s & has 1 answer/s. 

Crossword	Date	Answer
Newsday.com	14 March 2023	GEM
Family Time Crossword	1 January 2018	GEM
Universal	23 November 2014	GEM