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gemstoneAny of various minerals prized for beauty, durability, and rarity. A few noncrystalline materials of organic origin (e.g., pearl, red coral, and amber) also are classified as gemstones. Of the more than 3,500 identified natural minerals, fewer than 100 are used as gemstones and only 16 have achieved importance: beryl, chrysoberyl, corundum, diamond, feldspar, garnet, jade, lazurite, olivine, opal, quartz, spinel, topaz, tourmaline, turquoise, and zircon. Some of these (e.g., beryl and corundum) provide more than one type of gem. In virtually all cases, the minerals have to be cut and polished for use in jewelry.gemstone [′jem‚stōn] (geology) A mineral or petrified organic matter suitable for use in jewelry. Want to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit the webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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No references found | Gemstones and similar brightly colored stones have been part of body adornment ever since man became aware of the importance of attracting the opposite sex. Gemstones are precious and are exciting to be worn. Gemstones are available in many variety of design like rings, earrings, necklace and bracelet. |
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