Gem synonyms

flower

A flower head.

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amber

1717, Lady Mary Wortley Montagu, letter, 18 Apr 1717:

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cameo

The definition of a cameo is jewelry with a plain colored background and a profile carved in portrait in a different color, or a short literary depiction that captures the essence of someone or something, or is a brief appearance in a play, film or television show by someone famous.

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garnet

Any of several common, widespread aluminum or calcium silicate minerals occurring in two internally isomorphic series, (Mg, Mn, Fe)₃ Al₂ Si₃ O₁₂ and Ca₃ (Cr, Al, Fe)₂ Si₃ O₁₂ , generally crystallized, often embedded in igneous and metamorphic rocks, and colored red, brown, black, green, yellow, or white and used both as gemstones and as abrasives.

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masterpiece

An outstanding work of art or craft.

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jewel (related)

The definition of a jewel is a precious gem, or a valuable person or thing.

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bezel

The rim and flange which encompasses and fastens a jewel or other object, such as the crystal of a watch, in the cavity in which it is set; the collet.

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birthstone

Any of a similar list of less costly substitutes

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pearl

Natural and cultured pearls can be harvested from both fresh and saltwater. Saltwater pears are considered higher in quality since most freshwater pearls have lumpier construction and shapes.

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beau ideal

The perfect type or conception

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amulet

An object worn on the body because it is believed to have magical power to protect against injury or evil; a charm; talisman

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aquamarine

A transparent, pale bluish-green variety of beryl, used in jewelry

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bijou

Something small and exquisite

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cabochon

Any precious stone cut in convex shape, polished but not faceted

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diamond

(Baseball) The infield of a baseball field.

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onyx

A type of chalcedony that occurs in straight and parallel bands of different colors, often black and white.

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zircon

(Countable) A crystal of zircon, sometimes used as a false gemstone.

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gems (related)

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trump

(Figuratively) Something that gives one an advantage, especially one held in reserve.

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bauble

The definition of a bauble is a showy ornament or decoration of little value.

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ornament

Something that decorates or adorns; an embellishment.

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precious-stone

Any of several gems, including the diamond, emerald, ruby, and sapphire, that have high economic value because of their rarity or appearance.

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gemstone

The definition of a gemstones is a mineral or hard substance that can be polished and shaped for use in jewelry.

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prize

A contest for a reward; competition.

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treasure

One considered especially precious or valuable:

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pearl beyond price

A highly valued thing or person

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paragon

(Typography) A size of type between great primer and double pica. [from 18th c.]

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acme of perfection

A highly valued thing or person

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ace

A card or die face so marked.

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glyptic

Of or relating to engraving or carving, especially on precious stones.

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agate

A playing marble made of agate or a glass imitation of it; an aggie.

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amethyst

A purple or violet, transparent form of quartz used as a gemstone. The color is caused by the presence of iron compounds in the crystal structure.

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chatoyant

(Mineralogy) A hard stone, such as the cat's-eye, which presents on a polished surface, and in the interior, an undulating or wavy light.

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citrine

A pale-yellow variety of crystalline quartz resembling topaz. The coloring is caused by the presence of a small amount of iron in the crystal structure.

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emerald

Emerald green, a colour.

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facet

Any of a number of sides or aspects, as of a personality

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gasper

A person or animal that gasps.

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intaglio

A figure or design carved into or beneath the surface of hard metal or stone.