NASA Ames is named in honor of Joseph Sweetman Ames, a physicist and one of the founding members of NACA. At last estimate NASA Ames has over US$3.0 billion in capital equipment, 2,300 research personnel and a US$860 million annual budget.
USES. Emerald is one of the most valuable gemstones. It is the most famous green gemstone, and its deep emerald-green color gives it its unique status. It is used in all forms of jewelry, and less transparent stones are cut into cabochons.
Featured Gems. According to legend, Vikings used iolite slices to reduce glare when checking the sunâs position. Emerald is the bluish green to green variety of beryl, a mineral species that includes aquamarine. Named after seawater, aquamarineâs fresh watery hue is a cool plunge into a refreshing pool. Fireworks.