Gems
Sri Lanka’s gem industry has a very long and colorful history. Sri Lanka was affectionately known as Ratna-Dweepa which means Gem Island. The name is a reflection of its natural wealth. Marco Polo wrote that the island had the best sapphires, topazes, amethysts, and other gems in the world.
Gems of Sri Lanka
A gemstone is the naturally occurring crystalline form of a mineral which is desirable for its beauty, valuable in its rarity, and durable enough to be enjoyed for generations. There are more than 30 popular gem varieties and many more rare collector gemstones. Some varieties also come in a range of colors.
Highlights of Gems
Explore Gem Mines
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Explore Gem Mines in Ratnapura from Negombo
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Explore Gem Mines in Ratnapura from Colombo
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Explore Gem Mines in Rathnapura from Kalutara
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Explore Gem Mines in Rathnapura from Mount Lavinia
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