Gem Facts

To read about interesting gemstone facts, click on a gemstone of your choice.

Gemstones and crystals have been revered and honored throughout the ages in all cultures for their diverse and fascinating colors, properties, and legends.

The information presented on these pages have been compiled from a wide variety of gemstone, rock, and lapidary books and from information gathered on the internet.

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