Sri Lanka is famous for producing 70 varieties of high-quality gem stones. These precious stones are mined in Rathnapura which is known as the “city of gems”. The expensive gems are sapphires and blue moonstones. These gems can be made into a beautiful piece of jewellery such as necklace, bracelet and rings.
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If you are buying these gem and jewellery product it is recommended that you buy through a shop which is certified by the Sri Lanka Gem and Jewellery Association.
Did you know: Kate Middleton engagement sapphire ring came from Sri Lanka.


Very insightful and informative.
ReplyDeleteEspecially the information regarding the Sri Lankan Gem Market.
Sri Lankan gems unique from other gems. Recommend any buyer to buy Sri Lanka gems instead of others. Recently I bought a black stone and made it into a ring.
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DeleteOne of the most toursit attraction field is this gemmology industry in Sri lanka.... Nice blog!
ReplyDeleteThank you much Appreciated
DeleteI didn’t new that the Royal family is interested on our gems . Thanks for sharing.
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DeleteVery few know how rare and unique Sri Lankan gems are. Specially the blue sapphire that’s been found in Sri Lanka. The gem Industry is growing with buyers from Russia and China seeing the potential in Sri Lankan market. Blogs like these would help bring even more awareness to the world about the Sri Lankan Gem industry.
ReplyDeleteKeep writing such blogs which will be a huge boost to the tourism industry as well as the Gem industry
Well said, Thank you so much for the comment.
DeleteVery interesting piece.
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