Stone History

Lapis Lazuli: This deep blue stone has been mined in Afghanistan for thousands of years

Rhodochrosite: This pink gemstone has been used since the Incan Empire.

Opal: Australia's national gemstone known for its vibrant colors and unique play of light.

Ametrine: A natural blend of amethyst and citrine, this gemstone represents Bolivia’s rich mineral heritage.

Topaz: Brazil is a major source of topaz and produces stunning varieties that are highly sought after in the gem market.

Zircon: Cambodian zircon, especially blue zircon, is highly valued for its brilliance and natural beauty.

Ammolite: This rare and colorful gemstone is found primarily in the Rocky Mountains of Canada.

Jade: Valued for its beauty and cultural significance, jade is deeply rooted in Chinese tradition.

Emerald: Colombian emeralds are considered some of the finest in the world, known for their vivid green color and clarity.

Garnet: The Czech Republic has a long history with garnets, known as Bohemian or Prague Garnets.

Larimar: This rare sea-blue stone is only found in the Dominican Republic, representing the Caribbean’s beauty.

Emerald or Peridot: Ancient Egyptians, including Cleopatra, adored emeralds, though some believe the historical stones were actually peridots from the Red Sea's Zabargad Island.

Opal: Ethiopian opals, especially from the Welo region, are famous for their vibrant colors and play of light.

Spectrolite: A rare type of labradorite displaying a stunning range of colors, unique to Finland.

Ruby: Rubies, known as “Manik” in Hindi, symbolize passion, power, and prosperity in Indian culture. Moonstone is also treasured for its mystical allure.

Blue Amber: Unique to Indonesia, this rare amber glows blue under certain light conditions.

Turquoise: Iranian turquoise from the Neyshabur region is renowned for its bright blue color and historical significance.

Coral & Carnelian: Red coral from the Mediterranean Sea is highly prized, while carnelian holds deep historical significance in Italian jewelry.

Akoya Pearl: Famous for their high luster and quality, Akoya pearls are a Japanese treasure, though nephrite jade also has historical prominence.

Jasper: Kazakhstan is known for its beautiful jasper, often used in decorative arts and jewelry.

Labradorite: Known for its iridescent play of colors, labradorite from Madagascar is a favorite among gem enthusiasts.

Fire Opal: With warm, fiery hues, fire opal is a distinctive gemstone from Mexico.

Ruby: Burmese rubies are some of the most coveted in the world for their deep, vibrant red color.

Tourmaline: Namibia produces vivid, high-quality tourmalines in various shades.

Thulite: A beautiful pink variety of zoisite, thulite is Norway's national gemstone.

Peridot: High-quality peridot from Kohistan is one of Pakistan’s prized natural treasures.

Alexandrite: This rare gem is famous for its color-changing properties, shifting from green to red under different light.

Diamond: South Africa's diamond mines have produced some of the most famous diamonds in the world.

Star Sapphire: Sri Lanka is known for its stunning star sapphires, as well as classic blue sapphires.

Rock Crystal: Switzerland, with its ancient Alpine mountains, is home to some of the oldest known quartz crystal mining sites.

Turquoise: A symbol of southwestern culture, turquoise is cherished for its striking blue-green color.

Tanzanite: Found only in Tanzania, this rare gemstone is prized for its captivating blue-violet hues.

Blue Sapphire & Ruby: Thailand is renowned for both its stunning blue sapphires and high-quality rubies, especially from the Chanthaburi region.

Ruby: Apart from sapphires, Thailand is also renowned for its high-quality rubies.

Ruby: Vietnam produces exquisite rubies, particularly from the Quy Chau region, known for their deep, vibrant red.