Gemstone
noun
A precious or semi-precious stone that has been cut and polished for use in jewelry.
She wore a beautiful necklace made of a rare gemstone.
Usage tips
Neutral
precious gemstone,semi-precious gemstone,colored gemstone
noun
A naturally occurring mineral or organic material that is used for decorative purposes.
The museum showcased several gemstones from around the world.
Usage tips
Neutral
gemstone identification,gemstone grading,gemstone mining
noun
A precious or semi-precious stone that has been cut and polished for use in jewelry.
She wore a beautiful necklace made of a rare gemstone.
Usage tips
Neutral
precious gemstone,semi-precious gemstone,colored gemstone
noun
A naturally occurring mineral or organic material that is used for decorative purposes.
The museum showcased several gemstones from around the world.
Usage tips
Neutral
gemstone identification,gemstone grading,gemstone mining
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Symbolism
Many gemstones have historical or cultural meanings attributed to them
Diamonds symbolize love, while sapphires represent wisdom.
Pro Tip 2/3Rarity
Not all gemstones are equally valued; rarity often increases price
Some gemstones are much rarer than others, affecting their availability.
Pro Tip 3/3Usage in Jewelry
Gemstones can be set in various types of jewelry, influencing their context
Engagement rings commonly use diamonds as a symbol of commitment.
Pro Tip 1/3Symbolism
Many gemstones have historical or cultural meanings attributed to them
Diamonds symbolize love, while sapphires represent wisdom.
Pro Tip 2/3Rarity
Not all gemstones are equally valued; rarity often increases price
Some gemstones are much rarer than others, affecting their availability.
Pro Tip 3/3Usage in Jewelry
Gemstones can be set in various types of jewelry, influencing their context
Engagement rings commonly use diamonds as a symbol of commitment.
Pro Tip 1/3Symbolism
Many gemstones have historical or cultural meanings attributed to them
Diamonds symbolize love, while sapphires represent wisdom.
Pro Tip 2/3Rarity
Not all gemstones are equally valued; rarity often increases price
Some gemstones are much rarer than others, affecting their availability.
Pro Tip 3/3Usage in Jewelry
Gemstones can be set in various types of jewelry, influencing their context
Engagement rings commonly use diamonds as a symbol of commitment.
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