Balangoda Gems
37, kahatapitiya Road, Miriswatta,
Balangoda
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Rubies
Desired for their beauty and valued for their rarity, Rubies are some of the most valuable gemstones in the world. The vivid, deep red hue of the ruby is the epitome of the boldest of colours and reflects passion, courage and power. Treasured by royalty and held in awe across nations, continents and empires, extracts from ancient texts and writings state that rubies were considered the most precious gemstones on earth for over centuries. Rubies have been extensively used in jewellery for its extreme hardness and intense red colour and they are often extolled in verse for its beauty, colour and romantic symbolism.
Sapphires
Revered by royalty around the world, Sapphires have been objects of majesty and grandeur in many myths and legends throughout history. These magnificent gemstones have been much admired for their wide spectrum of colours and are an excellent choice for jewellery due to their exceptional strength and durability.
With colours ranging from the palest of blues to a vibrant, electric blue, Blue Ceylon Sapphires are the most desired Sapphires in the world. Blue Ceylon Sapphires exhibit a lighter, yet vivid, blue in contrast to the commonly-found oversaturated, dark navy blue of other sapphires and are considered to be the standard bearers of the gemstone.
Cat's Eyes
Also known as Cymophane, Cat's Eyes come in many sizes and tones that range from fine green tones to shades of beautiful honey yellow. Its name is derived from the Cat's Eye effect of gemstones which exhibits a narrow, bright band of light across the surface of a gemstone when the gem is moved under light. This optical effect is the strongest and most distinct in Cat's Eye, and hence its name.
Aquamarines
Found in a range of blue shades, from the palest pastels to greenish-blues, Aquamarines are named for their sea-like colour. The soft blue hue of this elegant gemstone makes it much desired by modern fashion designers around the globe since the colour is believed to complement almost any type of skin and outfit. In addition to its unique colour, the hardness and durability of Aquamarines make them ideal for jewellery and everyday wear, and few other gems in modern jewellery design are valued as highly as Aquamarines.
Tourmalines
Tourmalines are found in an assortment of shades and colour combinations, thus making them a fond favourite of those with a creative and artistic flair. The name Tourmaline is derived from the Sinhalese word "tura mali" meaning mixed stone and it has been commonly used for medicinal and spiritual purposes during the past. Blue, red, green, yellow, brown, purple, pink and black are amongst the more common Tourmaline colours and the stone can be cut into almost any shape or size.
