Local lore has it that the train was taking the treasure -- most of it gold jewelry and fixtures seized from Eastern European Jews and melted into ingots -- to German territory farther west to prevent its falling into the hands of the Soviet troops who would overrun the area within weeks.
Double-hatting . This is a relatively new piece of Eurospeak used to describe a person or institution which performs two roles. The EUâs recently created army units will, for example, serve both NATO and the Union under a double command structure.
Definition: A doublet is a gemstone sandwich, a gem that's created from layers. The lower, larger portion of a doublet is made from glass or an inexpensive stone; the thinner, more desirable gem is adhered to the top of the inexpensive slice.Opal doublets are common, and should always be disclosed.Buy gems from a retailer you trust, and ask questions before making a purchase. doublet is a gemstone sandwich, a gem that's created from layers. The lower, larger portion of a doublet is made from glass or an inexpensive stone; the thinner, more desirable gem is adhered to the top of the inexpensive slice. Opal doublets are common, and should always be disclosed.