Gem Collection

Sparrowes House, or The Ancient House, Ipswich, Suffolk, is an architectural gem, built in 1567 by George Copping. It has four oriel windows and even the gabled windows have cupids Date: circa 1901

Aquamarine crystal. Aquamarine is a transparent blue or blue-green variety of beryl (beryllium aluminium silicate). The colour is due to trace amounts of iron within the crystal structure

Stripeless Tree Frog (Hyla meridionalis ) on lichen-covered rock, Extremadura, West Spain
ROG-13314 Stripeless Tree Frog - on lichen-covered rock Extremadura, West Spain Hyla meridionalis Bob Gibbons Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Paris, France - Champs-Elysees, The Paiva Mansion. Date: 1902

Birthstone Series: Amythest Quartz
An Amythest quartz specimen. Amythest is a form of quartz that is usually purple in colour, it is the birthstone for the month of March. Natural History Museum specimen number 84817

Opal gem with opal rock
The polished gem is from an unknown locality while the rough specimen of opal rock comes from Baracoo River, Queensland, Australia

Diamond, computer artwork
Cut and polished diamond, computer artwork. Diamond is a naturally occurring form of carbon that has crystallised under great pressure

Cut agates. Assortment of cut and polished agates. Agate is a variety of quartz (silicon oxide). The colours are produced by impurities in the mineral

Aquamarine crystal. Aquamarine is a transparent blue or blue-green variety of beryl (beryllium aluminium silicate). The colour is due to trace amounts of iron within the crystal structure

Peridot. The specimens at top right and middle right are polished and the specimens at left are in their natural state. Peridot is a variety of the mineral olivine (magnesium iron silicate)

Earrings, c. 1st century (gold, amethyst and jade)
AMQ115767 Earrings, c.1st century (gold, amethyst and jade) by Byzantine; Ashmolean Museum, University of Oxford, UK; eAshmolean Museum; out of copyright

Isabella of Portugal (1503-1539). Engraving. Colored
Isabella of Portugal (1503-1539). Queen of Spain and Empress of Germany. Engraving after a painting of Titian, by Al Dauvergne. The Artistic Illustration, 1902. Colored

Selection of diamond crystals
Diamond crystals from the Natural History Museum collections

Jasper
A polished slab of jasper from Campsie Fells, Stirlingshire. Jasper is cryptocrystalline agate quartz (silicon dioxide)

Turquoise and blue geode
Rosana Laiz Blursbyai

Idealized Portrait of a Lady (Portrait of Simonetta Vespucci), c. 1480. Artist: Botticelli, Sandro (1445-1510)
Idealized Portrait of a Lady (Portrait of Simonetta Vespucci), c. 1480. Found in the collection of the Stadtische Galerie im Stadelschen Kunstinstitut, Frankfurt am Main

Garnet Peridotite
Garnet-peridotite, a major constituent in the make-up of the Earth. Image published in Natures Connections An Exploration of Natural History. Published in 2000

Benitoite was discovered in 1906 near the San Benito river in California which remains the only known locality for this (barium titanium silicate) mineral

Regency Building
This house (or shop front) of the Regency period is a gem, with its bow windows and iron- railed balcony, at Thaxted, Essex, England. Date: circa 1800

Diamond mining on the Vaal River, Free State, South Africa, 19th century. Artist: St de Dree
Diamond mining on the Vaal River, Free State, South Africa, 19th century

Beryl
A cut heliodor beryl stone of 135.93 carats. Beryl comprises of beryllium aluminum silicate

Kentish Countryside
A Kentish scenic gem. Looking across the valley of the River Eden towards the slopes of the North Downs, from a lane near Edenbridge, Kent, England. Date: 1930s

Diamond refracting light F008 / 3207
Diamond refracting light

Cut diamond and crystals
A cut diamond surrounded by rough crystals. Diamond is comprised of compacted carbon and is the hardest natural substance known on Earth

Crucifix set with sapphires, zircon, spinel, cairngorm and amethyst. The whole cross is bordered by diamonds

Emerald - Green variety of Beryl - Be3Al2Si6O18 - Berylium aluminum silicate - green clor from trace of chromium
CAN-4440 Emerald - Green variety of Beryl - Be3Al2Si6O18 China Berylium aluminum silicate - green clor from trace of chromium - Important gem John Cancalosi contact details: prints@ardea.com tel

Diamond
Cut and polished diamond. Diamond is a naturally occurring form of carbon that has crystallised under great pressure. Pure crystals are colourless and transparent

Moonstone gemstones. This orthoclase mineral (potassium aluminium silicate) has been cut and polished to produce semi-precious gemstones

Cut diamond. Diamond is a crystalline form of pure carbon. It is the hardest mineral known. Large diamonds such as this command high prices

Zircon cut stones
Cut stones showing the natural colour range and lustre of zircon. Zircon is the birthstone of December. It comprises of (zirconium silicate) and is not the same as the artificial gem cubic zircona

Intaglio gem, hunting scene horseman attacking a lion, -200 BC (carnelian)
7309977 Intaglio gem, hunting scene horseman attacking a lion, -200 BC (carnelian); 1.1 cm; Ashmolean Museum, University of Oxford, UK; (add.info.: Display: carnelian); © Ashmolean Museum .

An engraving depicting women polishing gems for watches - American Watch Company, 19th century
5311551 An engraving depicting women polishing gems for watches - American Watch Company, 19th century; (add.info.: Date: 1885); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Order of the Lion and the Sun
5304569 Order of the Lion and the Sun.; (add.info.: Order of the Lion and the Sun. Iran, Tehran Dated 1826-27. Fath Ali Shah created this order in 1810)

Order of the Lion and the Sun, 1826-27 (enamel)
5304565 Order of the Lion and the Sun, 1826-27 (enamel); (add.info.: Order of the Lion and the Sun. Iran, Tehran Dated 1826-27)

The Monomakh's Cap
5304564 The Monomakh's Cap.; (add.info.: Monomakh's Cap (also called the Shapka Zolotaya), is relic of the Russian Grand Princes and Tsars

An antique rose-cut diamond necklace, c.1820 (diamond)
1766491 An antique rose-cut diamond necklace, c.1820 (diamond); Private Collection; (add.info.: An antique rose-cut diamond necklace, circa 1820.); Photo © Christie's Images.

A selection of Victorian diamond, gold and enamel jewellery (diamond, gold, enamel)
1766481 A selection of Victorian diamond, gold and enamel jewellery (diamond, gold, enamel); Private Collection; (add.info.: A selection of Victorian diamond)

A selection of Renaissance jewellery including a gold chain, an oval amethyst cameo and two reliquary pendants, c
1766467 A selection of Renaissance jewellery including a gold chain, an oval amethyst cameo and two reliquary pendants, c

The Coast at Trouville, c.1865-1900 (oil on fabric)
XOS5877402 The Coast at Trouville, c.1865-1900 (oil on fabric) by Boudin, Eugene Louis (1824-98); 46.2x61.1 cm; Cleveland Museum of Art, OH, USA; (add.info.: Painting by Eugene Boudin).

Page from The Bible Emblem Anniversary Book (colour litho)
8630779 Page from The Bible Emblem Anniversary Book (colour litho) by Foster, William (1852-1924); Private Collection; (add.info)

Antique Sculpture from the death of Alexander the Great to Constantine, Coins and Gems (engraving)
8644790 Antique Sculpture from the death of Alexander the Great to Constantine, Coins and Gems (engraving) by European School

Antique Sculpture from the death of Alexander the Great to Constantine, Coins and Gems (engraving)
8644789 Antique Sculpture from the death of Alexander the Great to Constantine, Coins and Gems (engraving) by European School

A Temple in Amber (b/w photo)
8651415 A Temple in Amber (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Temple in Amber)

Mineral Products, Gold, Silver, Lead, Mercury, Diamonds and Other Precious Stones (colour litho)
8650829 Mineral Products, Gold, Silver, Lead, Mercury, Diamonds and Other Precious Stones (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mineral Products, Gold)

Bringing Tribute to Rameses II, XIXth Dynasty (litho)
8661083 Bringing Tribute to Rameses II, XIXth Dynasty (litho) by Skelton, Joseph Ratcliffe (1865-1927) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bringing Tribute to Rameses II, XIXth Dynasty)

Diamond polishing (engraving)
8635270 Diamond polishing (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Diamond polishing)

Separating diamonds from gravel (b/w photo)
8663721 Separating diamonds from gravel (b/w photo) by European Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Separating diamonds from gravel)

Photocard, 1930s: Shwe Dagon Pagoda, Rangoon (coloured photo)
8671668 Photocard, 1930s: Shwe Dagon Pagoda, Rangoon (coloured photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Shwe Dagon Pagoda, Rangoon)

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"Gems: Unveiling the World's Dazzling Treasures" Paris, France - Champs-Elysees, The Paiva Mansion Embark on a journey through the mesmerizing world of gems as we explore their captivating allure. From the enchanting streets of Paris to the opulent halls of The Paiva Mansion, these precious stones have left an indelible mark on history. Aquamarine crystal Dive into the depths of beauty with the aquamarine crystal. Its tranquil blue hues evoke images of serene waters and endless possibilities. Let its calming energy wash over you like gentle waves lapping against a shore. Sparrowes House or The Ancient House, Ipswich, Suffolk Step back in time at Sparrowes House or The Ancient House in Ipswich, Suffolk – where ancient tales intertwine with gemstone legends. Discover how these treasures have fascinated generations and adorned noble houses throughout history. Stripeless Tree Frog (Hyla meridionalis) on lichen-covered rock, Extremadura, West Spain Nature's own masterpiece. Just like this vibrant Stripeless Tree Frog perched upon a lichen-covered rock in Extremadura they can nature's artwork that captivate our senses. Their radiant colors mirror the wonders found in every corner of our planet. Birthstone Series: Amethyst Quartz Uncover your inner strength with amethyst quartz – February's birthstone. This regal gem symbolizes clarity and peace amidst life's chaos. Allow its majestic purple tones to inspire tranquility within your soul. Opal gem with opal rock Witness Mother Nature’s kaleidoscope unfold before your eyes as fiery opals dance within their rocky embrace. These iridescent gems hold secrets untold; each one unveiling a unique story waiting to be discovered by those who dare to look closer. Diamond computer artwork Intricately crafted by human hands, this computer artwork showcases the brilliance of diamonds.