gems

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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

“It’s one of our gems of the California coast,” said Michael Cohen, chair of the Channel Islands National Marine Sanctuary Advisory Council.

From Los Angeles Times • May 18, 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

"A stone of this colour and size is extremely scarce, and adding to its rarity the diamond is type Ia, amongst the purest of natural gems," it said.

From Barron's • May 13, 2026

Tiered trays hold buttons, lace, ribbons, gems, jewels, and hundreds of other baubles.

From "The Belles" by Dhonielle Clayton