precious stones
Jeweler's prized inventory
Precious stones are gemstones valued for their beauty, rarity, and durability—traditionally diamonds, rubies, sapphires, and emeralds.
The term distinguishes these from semiprecious stones like amethyst or topaz, though the line between categories is somewhat arbitrary.
The crown was set with precious stones.
Precious stones have long symbolized wealth and status.
Crystallized carbon gemstone
- rubyPrecious red gemstone
- sapphireBlue precious corundum
- emeraldGreen precious beryl
- opalHydrated silica gemstone
amethyst · topaz · garnet · pearl · jade · turquoise · aquamarine · onyx
Gem and metal artisan
- goldsmithPrecious metal artisan
- lapidaryWorker of precious stones
- gem cutterOne who facets stones
- facetingCutting angled surfaces
polishing · cutting · setting · mounting · grading · certification · loupe · carat
Pre-wedding commitment jewelry
- necklaceNeck-worn ornament
- pendantSuspended jewelry ornament
- tiaraOrnamental feminine headband
- broochDecorative fastening ornament
earrings · bracelet · choker · locket · setting · bezel · cabochon · facet
Exceptional intelligence or luster
- sparkleEmit flashing light
- fireCombustion with flames
- scintillationRapid light variation
- lusterSoft reflected light
refraction · dispersion · iridescence · shimmer · gleam · radiance · asterism · transparency
Naturally formed crystalline solid
- corundumCrystalline aluminum oxide
- berylSilicate gemstone mineral
- quartzCrystalline silicon dioxide
- crystallineClear, ordered, brilliant
formation · deposit · mine · vein · alluvial · inclusion · hardness · metamorphic
200 milligrams exactly
- appraisalEstimation of worth
- certificationAttestation of qualification
- investmentDeploying capital for returns
- auctionCompetitive public sale
collector · priceless · flawless · rare · grading · provenance · blood diamond · conflict-free
Legendary cursed blue diamond
- Koh-i-NoorHistoric large diamond
- Crown JewelsBritish monarchy's ceremonial objects
- birthstoneMonth-linked lucky gem
- talismanMagical protective charm
amulet · chakra · evil eye · engagement · betrothal · coronation · regalia · ceremonial
diamond
Crystallized carbon gemstone
opal · amethyst · topaz · garnet · pearl · jade · turquoise · aquamarine · onyx · moonstone
jeweler
Gem and metal artisan
- goldsmithPrecious metal artisan
- lapidaryWorker of precious stones
- gem cutterOne who facets stones
faceting · polishing · cutting · setting · mounting · grading · certification · loupe · carat · clarity
engagement ring
Pre-wedding commitment jewelry
brooch · earrings · bracelet · choker · locket · setting · bezel · cabochon · facet · prong
brilliance
Exceptional intelligence or luster
- sparkleEmit flashing light
- fireCombustion with flames
- scintillationRapid light variation
luster · refraction · dispersion · iridescence · shimmer · gleam · radiance · asterism · transparency · translucency
mineral
Naturally formed crystalline solid
crystalline · formation · deposit · mine · vein · alluvial · inclusion · hardness · metamorphic · igneous
carat
200 milligrams exactly
- appraisalEstimation of worth
- certificationAttestation of qualification
- investmentDeploying capital for returns
auction · collector · priceless · flawless · rare · grading · provenance · blood diamond · conflict-free · estate
Hope Diamond
Legendary cursed blue diamond
- Koh-i-NoorHistoric large diamond
- Crown JewelsBritish monarchy's ceremonial objects
- birthstoneMonth-linked lucky gem
talisman · amulet · chakra · evil eye · engagement · betrothal · coronation · regalia · ceremonial · sacred
- treasuresjewels, gems, gold coins, crown jewel, artifacts
- jewelryearrings, bracelet, necklaces, necklace, rings
- gemsdiamond, ruby, emerald, sapphire, opal
- gemstonesdiamond, ruby, emerald, sapphire, pearl
- luxury decorchandelier, gilded mirrors, crystal vase, crystal chandeliers, silk curtains
- royal treasurescrown jewels, imperial crown, royal regalia, imperial regalia, regalia
precious stonescostume jewelry
Non-precious decorative adornments
rhinestones · cubic zirconia · glass beads · synthetic gems · paste
precious stonesbase metals
Non-precious metallic elements
concrete · synthetic gems · organic materials · gravel · aggregate
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