precious gem

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Refers to a valuable jewel.

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  • The royal scepter was topped with a magnificent precious gem.
  • The pirate's treasure chest was filled with gold coins and precious gems.
  • An expert appraiser is needed to determine the true value of such a precious gem.
  • Geologists were excited by the discovery of a new type of precious gem in the region.
  • She wore a simple pendant that held a small but incredibly precious gem.
  • He handled the fragile artifact with the care one would give a precious gem.
  • In ancient civilizations, precious gems were often used as currency.
  • The process of cutting and polishing transforms a rough stone into a sparkling precious gem.
  • The family heirloom, a brooch with a deep blue precious gem, was passed down to the eldest daughter.
  • Not all sparkling stones are precious gems; many are just clever fakes.