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Does anyone have a graphic of a world map that shows what countries produce certain gems. I know Colombia has the most emeralds and west africa has the diamonds. I'm curious about the other gems.
Here is a list, it's not a world map. I think I know an Atlas that had that, if I can find it.Greg Bernhardt said:Does anyone have a graphic of a world map that shows what countries produce certain gems. I know Colombia has the most emeralds and west africa has the diamonds. I'm curious about the other gems.
Evo said:Here is a list, it's not a world map. I think I know an Atlas that had that, if I can find it.
http://www.classicgems.net/info_Country.htm
Here is a world map, but it only lists a few of the more expensive gems.
http://www.realgems.org/gemstone_deposits/pic/gems_map.jpg
Did you only want free online sources?
The most gemstones are found in Africa, with countries such as South Africa, Tanzania, and Mozambique being major sources. Other countries with significant gemstone deposits include Brazil, India, and Australia.
The United States has a variety of gemstones, including diamonds, sapphires, rubies, emeralds, opals, and garnets. Some states known for specific gemstones include Arkansas for diamonds, Montana for sapphires, and North Carolina for rubies and emeralds.
No, gemstones can also be found in other natural settings such as rivers, beaches, and even in volcanic areas. These gemstones are often deposited there through erosion or volcanic activity.
Gemstones can be found in many countries around the world, but some countries have more abundant deposits than others. In general, gemstones are found in areas with geological conditions that are favorable for their formation, such as volcanic activity or the presence of specific minerals.
Some gemstones, such as diamonds, are considered rare due to their limited availability and high demand. Other gemstones, like quartz and amethyst, are more abundant and therefore not as rare. However, the rarity of a gemstone also depends on its quality, size, and other factors.