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Definition of Cymophane
1. n. See Chrysoberyl.
Definition of Cymophane
1. Noun. (minerology) A translucent yellowish chatoyant chrysoberyl. ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
Definition of Cymophane
1. [n -S]
Lexicographical Neighbors of Cymophane
Literary usage of Cymophane
Below you will find example usage of this term as found in modern and/or classical literature:
1. A Manual of Practical Assaying by John Mitchell (1868)
"Characteristics, &c. described cymophane (Chrysoberyl}. ... The cymophane is
nearly as hard sapphire, harder than the topaz and the emera scratches quartz. ..."
2. A manual of precious stones and antique gems by Hodder Michael Westropp (1874)
"cymophane is a term given by French jewellers to the mineral species of the
chrysoberyl, which, when cut en cabochon, exhibits like a drop of water, ..."
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