They are the same thing: reference to a mineral that, when adequately cut and properly polished, are aesthetically pleasing to the eye and can fetch hefty prices. Examples: ruby, amethyst, turquoise, and lapis lazuli
These mean the same thing. There is no difference.
a biogenic gem is a gemstone made of biological origin
An unmounted gem is typically referred to as a loose gemstone. It is a gemstone that has not been set into a piece of jewelry, allowing for flexibility in how it can be used or set.
a type of rock or gem
An emerald is a gemstone.
Iowa does not have a State Gemstone.
There is no official gemstone for Virginia.
august gemstone is peridot
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A gemstone that has been cut and polished is called a faceted gemstone. This process enhances the gem's color, clarity, and sparkle by creating flat, polished surfaces known as facets.
We find gems and after processing we convert them into jewels ..simple.. :)
Aquamarine Gem. Sparkles in Smithsonian