as in jewel
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 gemstone
The effect of a chunky gold costume jewelry necklace or a Victorian cocktail ring is transformative—drawing the eye of curious magpies and average onlookers to tell a story as unique as a gemstone or antique setting itself.
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Kristen Bateman, Vogue, 21 May 2025
The pendant was made from jet, a type of lignite gemstone or the lowest rank of coal, the archaeologist said.
—Irene Wright, Miami Herald, 30 Apr. 2025
Investigate antique gemstones Antique gems and diamonds, also known as ‘old cuts’, were hand-cut without modern machinery anything from one to four hundred years ago.
—Kate Matthams, Forbes.com, 23 May 2025
The company’s design philosophy guides all creative decisions including collection development as well as gemstone and metal selection.
—Fairchild Studio, Footwear News, 23 May 2025
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Kristen Bateman, Vogue, 21 May 2025
The pendant was made from jet, a type of lignite gemstone or the lowest rank of coal, the archaeologist said.
—Irene Wright, Miami Herald, 30 Apr. 2025
Investigate antique gemstones Antique gems and diamonds, also known as ‘old cuts’, were hand-cut without modern machinery anything from one to four hundred years ago.
—Kate Matthams, Forbes.com, 23 May 2025
The company’s design philosophy guides all creative decisions including collection development as well as gemstone and metal selection.
—Fairchild Studio, Footwear News, 23 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for gemstone
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This past weekend featured the crown jewel of the Association of Pickleball Players (APP) annual slate, the 2025 Zimmer Biomet APP New York City Open.—
Todd Boss,
Forbes.com,
28 May 2025
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The jewel of the home, a heated pool for swimming laps in the mornings, is located at the center of the inner courtyard, while the rooftop terrace offers an accommodating space for dining and lounging while taking in the city views.—
Shannon Sharpe,
Architectural Digest,
28 May 2025
Noun
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Here are The Athletic’s pick of Wirtz alternatives, from his fellow high-fee buys to hidden gems.—
Conor O'Neill,
New York Times,
2 June 2025
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Globally recognized as one of the most important global spirits competitions, the IWSC has been uncovering gems for over 50 years.—
Hudson Lindenberger,
Forbes.com,
2 June 2025
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Garcia is arguably the most distinctive player in the history of rock so Hamilton has the biggest weight to carry.—
Jed Gottlieb,
Boston Herald,
25 May 2025
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At Cascade in Lakeshore East, residents can spend their time in a conservatory, lush with green plants indoors and a walkway lined with rocks that feels like walking through a park.—
Caleb McCullough,
Chicago Tribune,
25 May 2025
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Pearls Few pieces of jewelry evoke the same timeless elegance and refined grace as pearls.—
Nicole Letts,
Southern Living,
1 June 2025
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The Academy Award-winning actress styled the look with minimal jewelry, including a pair of gold earrings and a large gold ring.—
Lori A Bashian,
FOXNews.com,
31 May 2025
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“Gemstone.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gemstone. Accessed 10 Jun. 2025.
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