Gem Journal & Stories

Read interesting articles about Sri Lanka's gem history, tips for travelers, and how to spot real gemstones.

Why Sri Lanka Is Called the Island of Gems

Combing through two thousand years of history—from Marco Polo's journals to the modern sapphire trade.

Essential guidelines to protect yourself and ensure your purchase supports local mining families.

What it feels like to descend into an ancestral timbered illam pit and witness the birth of raw sapphires.