Brazilian Gemstones

Though Brazil's heyday as the largest Diamond producer during the 18th and 19th centuries has long since passed, the country remains to be one of the most important sources of gemstones in the world.

Brazil is home to a lively medley of gemstones, a selection as diverse and beautiful as the country itself.

Brazilian Gemstones Location

Brazil's diverse landscape offers a variety of terrains and climates that make it ideal for the formation of a wide array of gemstones. Here's a closer look at some of the country's most famous gemstone-rich regions:

Bahia

Bahia is where lovers of Aquamarine and Amethyst go to find some of the finest examples of these gemstones. This is also the only place in Brazil to source Rutilated Quartz.

Minas Gerais

The epicenter of Brazil's era of dominance in the trade of Diamonds, Minas Gerais continues to yield exquisitely colored Diamonds, notably the alluvial specimens found in its rivers. The region is also known for its Tourmaline and Imperial Topaz.

Rio Grande do Sul

Brazil's one-stop shop for all things Quartz! You'll find Citrine, Amethyst, and several kinds of Agate here.

Paraiba

You'll find dozens of gemstones here, but the region is particularly renowned for its exotic and colorful namesake, Paraiba Tourmaline. Opal and Aquamarine are also found in abundance here.