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 middle diamond, speculated to weigh around 2 carats, is surrounded by over 20 colored diamonds and precious gemstones set in yellow gold.
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Brendan Le,
PEOPLE,
27 June 2026
From colorful gemstones and chunky gold bands to east-west settings and sculptural silhouettes, couples are moving away from the conventional one-size-fits-all engagement ring in favor of unique designs that reflect personal style and identity.
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Lauren Fisher,
Footwear News,
26 June 2026
For 20 years, the question was not whether Richard Mille could integrate high jewelry into watchmaking but whether a watch could be built where gemstones are not decorative but foundational.
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Richard Mille Contributor,
Forbes.com,
25 June 2026
Visionary Colors is all about chromatic audacity, with gemstones being the major focus.
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Rachel Cormack,
Robb Report,
25 June 2026
In the mines of the mineral-rich Appalachian Mountains, visitors can even pan for gold and gemstones.
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Sarah Rose,
Travel + Leisure,
25 June 2026
Pink and green airbrushing glows against chrome cutouts, 3D decals, and sparkling gemstones.
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Ariel Wodarcyk,
InStyle,
23 June 2026
Brendan Le,
PEOPLE,
27 June 2026
From colorful gemstones and chunky gold bands to east-west settings and sculptural silhouettes, couples are moving away from the conventional one-size-fits-all engagement ring in favor of unique designs that reflect personal style and identity.
—
Lauren Fisher,
Footwear News,
26 June 2026
For 20 years, the question was not whether Richard Mille could integrate high jewelry into watchmaking but whether a watch could be built where gemstones are not decorative but foundational.
—
Richard Mille Contributor,
Forbes.com,
25 June 2026
Visionary Colors is all about chromatic audacity, with gemstones being the major focus.
—
Rachel Cormack,
Robb Report,
25 June 2026
In the mines of the mineral-rich Appalachian Mountains, visitors can even pan for gold and gemstones.
—
Sarah Rose,
Travel + Leisure,
25 June 2026
Pink and green airbrushing glows against chrome cutouts, 3D decals, and sparkling gemstones.
—
Ariel Wodarcyk,
InStyle,
23 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for gemstones
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These little jewels also add a beautiful pop of color to dishes her daughter already loves, like yogurt parfaits or oatmeal.
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Cooper asked Gordon what the return of those jewels meant for Cambodians.
Noun
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Boutique gems, new offers win the day Elevated VIP-style vacays with truffles, oysters and bubbly are attainable with some tips and tricks.
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In her will, Princess Diana left her gems to her sons, Prince William and Prince Harry.
Noun
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Free of armored men and anchors, the ship slipped over the jagged rocks.
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Crayon rocks are also included in this assortment.
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“Gemstones.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gemstones. Accessed 29 Jun. 2026.
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