gemstone
noun
gem·stone
ˈjem-ˌstōn 
: a mineral or petrified material that when cut and polished can be used in jewelry
Examples of gemstone in a Sentence
traditionally, the gemstone for someone born in May is an emerald
Recent Examples on the Web
Cruz’s stunning ensemble is a worthy follow-up to her 2023 look — a pale blue Chanel ball gown adorned with gemstones and featuring a translucent organza hood.
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Catherine Santino, Peoplemag, 6 May 2024
In other words, the team had the means to go above and beyond in terms of gemstones, craftsmanship, and design.
—Paige Reddinger, Robb Report, 3 May 2024
While in 2023 Tiffany & Co. plumbed the depths of the seas for its Blue Book inspirations, for 2024, the jewelry house looked to the heavens to create Tiffany Céleste, a collection that interprets the sun, moon, stars and the galaxies beyond in diamonds, gold, platinum and gemstones.
—Laurie Brookins, The Hollywood Reporter, 26 Apr. 2024
Nelson and Parton have been household names for decades, while Martell has been more of an obscured gemstone.
—Brooklyn White, Essence, 9 Apr. 2024
In the coming centuries, collars took on a softer, decorative form and were made from materials such as brass, Tiffany silver and gemstones.
—Alicia Wallace, CNN, 24 Feb. 2024
In a nod to the port city’s gem trade, the seven rooms are named for precious gemstones.
—Mary Winston Nicklin, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 Apr. 2024
Choose up to four gemstones to represent any family member’s birthday and personalize the calendar using up to 10 characters.
—Maya Polton, Parents, 27 Mar. 2024
The awards program recognizes outstanding sustainability initiatives undertaken during the past three years by businesses who operate in the fine jewelry, gemstone and related industries.
—Anthony Demarco, Forbes, 1 Mar. 2024
Catherine Santino, Peoplemag, 6 May 2024
In other words, the team had the means to go above and beyond in terms of gemstones, craftsmanship, and design.
—Paige Reddinger, Robb Report, 3 May 2024
While in 2023 Tiffany & Co. plumbed the depths of the seas for its Blue Book inspirations, for 2024, the jewelry house looked to the heavens to create Tiffany Céleste, a collection that interprets the sun, moon, stars and the galaxies beyond in diamonds, gold, platinum and gemstones.
—Laurie Brookins, The Hollywood Reporter, 26 Apr. 2024
Nelson and Parton have been household names for decades, while Martell has been more of an obscured gemstone.
—Brooklyn White, Essence, 9 Apr. 2024
In the coming centuries, collars took on a softer, decorative form and were made from materials such as brass, Tiffany silver and gemstones.
—Alicia Wallace, CNN, 24 Feb. 2024
In a nod to the port city’s gem trade, the seven rooms are named for precious gemstones.
—Mary Winston Nicklin, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 Apr. 2024
Choose up to four gemstones to represent any family member’s birthday and personalize the calendar using up to 10 characters.
—Maya Polton, Parents, 27 Mar. 2024
The awards program recognizes outstanding sustainability initiatives undertaken during the past three years by businesses who operate in the fine jewelry, gemstone and related industries.
—Anthony Demarco, Forbes, 1 Mar. 2024
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“Gemstone.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/gemstone. Accessed 18 May. 2024.
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gemstone
noun
gem·stone
ˈjem-ˌstōn
: a mineral that when cut and polished can be used in jewelry
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