Valuable \Val"u*a*ble\, n. A precious possession; a thing of value, especially a small thing, as an article of jewelry; -- used mostly in the plural.

The food and valuables they offer to the gods. --Tylor.

Source: Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary (1913)
 

Valuable \Val"u*a*ble\, a.

1. Having value or worth; possessing qualities which are useful and esteemed; precious; costly; as, a valuable horse; valuable land; a valuable cargo.

2. Worthy; estimable; deserving esteem; as, a valuable friend; a valuable companion.

Valuable consideration (Law), an equivalent or compensation having value given for a thing purchased, as money, marriage, services, etc. --Blackstone. --Bouvier.

Source: Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary (1913)