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Mining Locations

Sri Lanka’s gem-bearing gravel, known locally as illam, is found across a number of distinct regions, each with its own character.

Ratnapura

The City of Gems itself, and the source of much of our finest sapphire, ruby, spinel, and Padparadscha material.

Elahera

Known particularly for fine ruby and sapphire of exceptional transparency.

Kataragama & Okkampitiya

Historic sources of Padparadscha sapphire and fine aquamarine.

Meetiyagoda

The source the trade regards as the world’s finest for blue sheen moonstone.

Balangoda, Kalutara, Rakwana & Matara

Producing garnet, tourmaline, alexandrite, and zircon respectively, each region contributing its own signature material to the island’s remarkable diversity.

We invite you to experience the beauty, heritage and craftsmanship of Sri Lanka through gemstones chosen with knowledge, integrity and care.

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