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
However, rights groups, including Global Witness, have long urged jewelers to avoid buying Burmese gemstones, saying the trade helps fund the country's military governments, according to The Associated Press.
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Sophia Compton, FOXNews.com, 11 May 2026
Many are plastered with gemstones.
—Dominic Preston, The Verge, 1 May 2026
That doesn’t mean Mars is littered with glittering gemstones.
—Ryan Brennan
april 27, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 27 Apr. 2026
Originating from ancient traditions, these gemstones were believed to have special significance, with each one associated with a particular month and linked to symbolism, such as protection, clarity, love, and renewal.
—Olivia McIntosh, Martha Stewart, 26 Apr. 2026
As part of the royal collection, the British crown jewels — which consist of over 100 objects and more than 23,000 gemstones — are priceless and have immense cultural, historical and symbolic value.
—Alex Gurley, PEOPLE, 26 Apr. 2026
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.
—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
Sophia Compton, FOXNews.com, 11 May 2026
Many are plastered with gemstones.
—Dominic Preston, The Verge, 1 May 2026
That doesn’t mean Mars is littered with glittering gemstones.
—Ryan Brennan
april 27, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 27 Apr. 2026
Originating from ancient traditions, these gemstones were believed to have special significance, with each one associated with a particular month and linked to symbolism, such as protection, clarity, love, and renewal.
—Olivia McIntosh, Martha Stewart, 26 Apr. 2026
As part of the royal collection, the British crown jewels — which consist of over 100 objects and more than 23,000 gemstones — are priceless and have immense cultural, historical and symbolic value.
—Alex Gurley, PEOPLE, 26 Apr. 2026
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.
—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
Recent Examples of Synonyms for gemstones
Noun
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This year’s collection had a bumper crop of 41 millionaire pieces, with a handful breaching the mid-seven-figure barrier, among them the jewels with important sapphires, emeralds and rubies.—
Lily Templeton,
Footwear News,
10 May 2026
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Her sculptural face is framed by a crown of fabric wrapped around her head and is dripping with jewels.—
Julissa James,
Los Angeles Times,
7 May 2026
Noun
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Myanmar produces 90% of the world’s rubies, but human rights groups urge jewelers to boycott the gems because the industry finances both military governments and ethnic armed groups fueling civil conflict.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
8 May 2026
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Flaherty hopes to bring some gems to the Jayhawk program.—
PJ Green,
Kansas City Star,
8 May 2026
Noun
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By comparing the signal with known rocks and minerals from Earth, the moon and Mars, the team ruled out an Earth-like crust rich in silica and granite.—
Sharmila Kuthunur,
Space.com,
4 May 2026
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Birds and other pollinators, like bees and butterflies, will appreciate the opportunity to pollinate nearby or the chance to rest on the rocks.—
Stephanie Osmanski,
Better Homes & Gardens,
2 May 2026
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“Gemstones.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gemstones. Accessed 11 May. 2026.
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