gemstones

plural of gemstone
as in jewels
a usually valuable stone cut and polished for ornament traditionally, the gemstone for someone born in May is an emerald

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Recent Examples of gemstones The vault safeguards more than 1,000 historic objects set with over 22,000 gemstones, while conference sessions will take place immediately outside it, giving attendees ample opportunity to explore the collection. Anthony Demarco, Forbes.com, 25 July 2026 The emerald tiara that belonged to the Romanovs The large gemstones set in the tiara—which could also be worn as a necklace—came from the necklace that Maria Pavlovna of Russia received as a gift from her husband, Grand Duke Vladimir Alexandrovich. Valentina Bottoni, Vanity Fair, 20 July 2026 Without leaving the resort grounds, mine for minerals and gemstones, play arcade and live-action games, and try Build-A-Bear workshops. Alicia Underlee Nelson, Midwest Living, 15 July 2026 Chatto’s decision to forego a traditional diamond ring aligns with other immediate family members, as both his mom Sarah and his grandmother Margaret opted for colorful gemstones. Lara Walsh, InStyle, 13 July 2026 Rabolini imbued his designs with a similar sensibility, crafting jewels in sculptural and curvaceous gold, often embellished with vibrant gemstones that felt anything but conventional, from lemon quartz and prasiolite, to London blue topaz. Laurie Brookins, Travel + Leisure, 13 July 2026 Williams later retrieved the gemstones from police storage, along with, the lawsuit says, a generator, a power station, a bike light and a bike cupholder. Ariane Lange, Sacbee.com, 8 July 2026 Elle India reports that the coveted bag boasts a massive diamond count of 3,025 encrusted gemstones on top of 18K white gold (Kim Kardashian was spotted carrying an even smaller version of the bag in May). Michelle Lee, PEOPLE, 8 July 2026 An important player in the jewelry industry, Richline Group operates across the value chain, from sourcing precious metals and gemstones to manufacturing, product development and distribution. Thomas Waller, Footwear News, 7 July 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for gemstones
Noun
  • As wildfires continue to rage across southern France, George and Amal Clooney are facing the possible loss of one of the crown jewels of their $50 million property portfolio.
    Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 30 July 2026
  • Last week, the Louvre reopened its Apollo Gallery, now empty, as the jewels are still missing.
    News Desk, Artforum, 27 July 2026
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  • Stroll past its medieval half‑timbered houses and gems like La Couronne, where Julia Child tasted her first French meal.
    Lewis Nunn, Forbes.com, 21 July 2026
  • The property is also only a short walk to Main Street in Bolton Landing, home to several local gems.
    Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 20 July 2026
Noun
  • Juncos typically build nests on the ground, on gently sloping rocks, and in the roots of felled trees.
    Randy McMullen, Mercury News, 27 July 2026
  • Lime Juice Method For an on-the-rocks cocktail, combine all ingredients into a shaking tin.
    John Kell, Forbes.com, 27 July 2026

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