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Gems

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Person cutting a large, rough emerald stone with a circular saw, focusing on precision and detail.

8 Extraordinary Emeralds Every Collector Should Know

Museums, high jewelry houses, and recent auction sales reveal a multitude of important stones and their stories

Princess Diana wearing the Attallah Cross.

9 of the World’s Most Alluring Amethysts

Tiffany & Co.'s trio of “owl on a rock” brooches

7 Of the World’s Most Talked-About Tanzanites

The Andamooka Opal necklace and earrings set was gifted to Queen Elizabeth by the Australian government, and contains famous, rare opals.

6 of the World’s Rarest and Most Impressive Opals

Lucara miners recovered a dazzling 2,492 carat diamond from the Karowe mine in Botswana.

Dazzling Discovery: Second-Largest Diamond in History Found in Botswana

By Alexandria Sillo

Geology exhibit displaying large mineral formations and colorful rock specimens in a museum setting.

Get a First Look Inside the New Halls of Gems and Minerals at the American Museum of Natural History

Art Deco necklace with emerald teardrops and diamond detailing.

A New Van Cleef & Arpels Exhibition Traces the Fascinating Evolution from Gemstone to Jewel

Orchid plant surrounded by framed photos and decorative items on a wooden table in a well-lit room.

See James de Givenchy’s Incredible Collection of Rare Gemstones

By Christine Schwartz Hartley

Sparkling pink diamond with intricate faceting, showcasing its brilliant cut and vibrant color against a white background.

Will This $60 Million Rare Pink Diamond Shatter the Auction Record?