How Are Gemstones Mined? EzineArticles
May 19, 2008· Have you ever wondered where the sparkling gems in your jewelry come from? For that matter, the pain and effort that it takes to bring those beauties to you? Gemstones cover a long distance before they are actually fit for wearing as jewelry. Even after a gem is ready for sale it has to be placed and secured in metal to make jewelry that you ultimately buy from a store.