| E. Cobham Brewer 1810–1897. Dictionary of Phrase and Fable. 1898. |
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in heraldry. | 1 |
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The topaz represents “or” (gold), or the planet Sol. | 2 |
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The pearl or crystal represents “argent” (silver), or the planet Luna. | 3 |
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The ruby represents “gules” (red), or the planet Mars. | 4 |
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The sapphire represents “azure” (blue), or the planet Jupiter. | 5 |
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The diamond represents “sable” (black), or the planet Saturn. | 6 |
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The emerald represents “vert” (green), or the planet Venus. | 7 |
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The amethyst represents “purpure” (purple), or the planet Mercury. | 8 |
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