Board Thread:General Discussion/@comment-1188477-20150501015050

The Kohen Gadol, which is the equivalent of high priest in Hebrew, is reported to where a breast plate of 12 gemstones of different colors that are meant to represent among other things the twelve tribes of Israel. Given the various translations of the old testament and the knowledge of gemology that the Ancient Israelites possessed the actual gems have varied over time. I bring this up partially given Rebecca Sugers(awesome name of which i am jealous) heritage.

here are some examples from the first nine: ruby, topaz, emerald, chrysolite, onyx, jasper, sapphire, turquoise, and beryl

ruby, topaz, diamond, beryl, onyx, jasper, lapis lazuli, turquoise, and emerald

notice anything? 