gems

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The rising popularity of lab-grown diamonds has caused a big fall in the price of the mined gems.

From BBC • Jun. 3, 2026

Amid the stress of economic collapse, the city built some of its greatest architectural gems: the jaw-dropping Pantages Theatre, the hilltop Griffith Observatory, the grand Union Station and more.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 1, 2026

He specialized in ancient gems with figures carved in them—gods, portraits, motifs, etc.—often used as seal stones when sending letters.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 21, 2026

Exactly how Jamestown operates is a closely guarded secret, as it unearths gems where no one else is looking.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 15, 2026

I hear Cinna's voice, carrying images of rich fabric and sparkling gems.

From "The Hunger Games" by Suzanne Collins