Our origins
Gems from Pakistan: a complete guide
From the emerald valleys of Swat to the turquoise of Balochistan, meet the stones that make Pakistan one of the world’s great gem sources.
Overview
A land rich in gemstones
The mountains of northern Pakistan, including Swat, Hunza, Gilgit-Baltistan, Kohistan and Chitral, sit on some of the most gem-rich geology on earth. Much of the mining is still done by hand and on a small scale, which keeps the trade close to the communities who know the stones best.
That is why collectors value Pakistani gems: they are often found in modest quantities, cut by people who know the material, and traceable to a single valley.
By region
Where each stone comes from
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Swat ValleyEmerald
Home to Pakistan’s celebrated emeralds, known for a rich green tone and lively character.
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KohistanPeridot
Source of vivid, saturated peridot that is counted among the finest in the world.
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Gilgit-Baltistan & Shigar ValleyAquamarine
Clean sea-blue crystals with excellent clarity, mined high in the Karakoram.
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KatlangPink Topaz
A rare Pakistani speciality with a long link to the mines of this area.
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Stak Nala & ShigarTourmaline
Green, blue and multi-colour tourmaline from small-scale mines.
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BalochistanFeroza (Turquoise)
Sky-blue turquoise that has moved along regional trade routes for centuries.
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Buying with confidence
Authentic, and proven so
100% natural
Our stones are never synthetic or glass-filled, and any treatment is disclosed.
Lab certification
Higher-value stones can be certified by an independent laboratory.
Worldwide shipping
Insured delivery to the USA and other countries, with free express shipping in Pakistan over ₨5,000.
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