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
Speaking of spikes, over at the megalith design exhibition Alcova, CJ Aslan – founder of fashion brand ASLAN WORLD – presents a chair and ottoman covered in a sea of sharp stainless steel ones, interspersed playfully with gemstones.
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Francesca Perry, CNN Money, 24 Apr. 2026
Materials are sourced from ethical partners all over the world,100 % reclaimed gold and conflict-free gemstones from Sri Lanka, antique diamonds from Los Angeles or dealers in New York, emeralds from Colombia, sapphires from Montana and Australia.
—Karen Billing, San Diego Union-Tribune, 12 Apr. 2026
This dainty necklace is a bestseller made with genuine gemstones and solid 18k gold—just pick her baby’s birthstone for a personal touch.
—Brigitt Earley, Glamour, 9 Apr. 2026
According to Nicole Wegman of Ring Concierge, trends are shifting toward bold bands, distinctive settings, dual-band designs, and colorful gemstones that add personality and a modern twist.
—Kelsey Stiegman, InStyle, 3 Apr. 2026
Each digit is adorned with a ring, each one more eye-catching than the one before it; bands of gold and platinum, dolloped with gemstones.
—Danielle Parker, CBS News, 2 Apr. 2026
Shiny chrome made her nails look like literal gemstones.
—Kara Nesvig, Allure, 25 Mar. 2026
Dangles and hoops showcasing beautiful gemstones from colored amethyst and topaz to radiant quartz colors.
—Tory Johnson, ABC News, 23 Mar. 2026
Fashion trends currently favor colored gemstones, which have emerged as one of the fastest-growing jewelry segments.
—Lisa Kailai Han, CNBC, 22 Mar. 2026
Francesca Perry, CNN Money, 24 Apr. 2026
Materials are sourced from ethical partners all over the world,100 % reclaimed gold and conflict-free gemstones from Sri Lanka, antique diamonds from Los Angeles or dealers in New York, emeralds from Colombia, sapphires from Montana and Australia.
—Karen Billing, San Diego Union-Tribune, 12 Apr. 2026
This dainty necklace is a bestseller made with genuine gemstones and solid 18k gold—just pick her baby’s birthstone for a personal touch.
—Brigitt Earley, Glamour, 9 Apr. 2026
According to Nicole Wegman of Ring Concierge, trends are shifting toward bold bands, distinctive settings, dual-band designs, and colorful gemstones that add personality and a modern twist.
—Kelsey Stiegman, InStyle, 3 Apr. 2026
Each digit is adorned with a ring, each one more eye-catching than the one before it; bands of gold and platinum, dolloped with gemstones.
—Danielle Parker, CBS News, 2 Apr. 2026
Shiny chrome made her nails look like literal gemstones.
—Kara Nesvig, Allure, 25 Mar. 2026
Dangles and hoops showcasing beautiful gemstones from colored amethyst and topaz to radiant quartz colors.
—Tory Johnson, ABC News, 23 Mar. 2026
Fashion trends currently favor colored gemstones, which have emerged as one of the fastest-growing jewelry segments.
—Lisa Kailai Han, CNBC, 22 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for gemstones
Noun
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On her formal encounters with presidents and other foreign leaders, Elizabeth would bedazzle with her tiaras, earrings and necklaces, heavy with history and laden with priceless jewels.—
Susan Page,
USA Today,
26 Apr. 2026
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It can be tucked into trousers for the office, tied in the front with shorts for a vacation, and dressed up with a skirt and jewels for a night off.—
Mia Huelsbeck,
PEOPLE,
24 Apr. 2026
Noun
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That’s where teams can find the true gems.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
24 Apr. 2026
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The 18th and Vine Historic Jazz District is one of Kansas City’s true cultural gems.—
Taylor Haught,
Kansas City Star,
21 Apr. 2026
Noun
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The controversy stems from the fact that Mars seems to have had temperate climate periods with rain that deeply altered the rocks, as well as widespread rivers and lakes that persisted for potentially millions of years.—
Jacopo Prisco,
CNN Money,
20 Apr. 2026
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Make sure the soil is very loose and free of rocks and debris so the beets are well formed.—
Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
20 Apr. 2026
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“Gemstones.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gemstones. Accessed 27 Apr. 2026.
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