Amethyst has been a prized gem for centuries. It is the birthstone for Pisces and the month of February, and the gemstone for the 6th anniversary of marriage. The stone is included in royal collections all over the world, from ancient Egypt to the British crown jewels.
With this short narrative you will lead GIA Field Gemologist Vincent Pardieu and his group as they acquaint you with Sri Lanka one of the world significant sapphire providers. Situated in the Indian Ocean, Sri Lanka has produced for quite a long time a profound culture about sapphire mining and exchanging, and it is still at present a standout amongst the most dynamic sapphire mining regions on the planet.
