"... in quest of a jewel that had been buried on the dead man's bosom..." (Page 113)
Jewels usually are something very worthwhile. This refers to the secret in Dimmesdale's heart. But it could also be a referring to the love and guilt in his heart, which all the people of the colony think he has in there, even though he is the biggest sinner of all.
Who is searching for this jewel? Is it worth something to the seeker?
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