Bright Star Gemstones & Lapidary
In Brazil, the state of Minas Gerais (pronounced Me-nas Ger-rice) is appropriately named: the English translation is General Mines. Mining, gemstones and minerals are a way of life for many families. From one generation to the next the next, year after year, the knowledge becomes a family tradition.
Mineros (miners) pass the rough to the lapideros (lapidary) shops for cutting, faceting and polishing. The lapideros then pass the gemstones to local dealers. In some towns, sellers cry out Iolita!, Esmerelda!, Rutilo!, Berylio! from every street corner just is if they're calling out for their children.
The selection and variety can be mind boggling. The prices at times are doido (crazy) when you are a gringo. Fakes and scams are everywhere: Glass passed as Tourmalina. Citrina is sold as Imperial Topaze. Cheap Japanese synthetic is supposedly Morganita.
By working directly with the lapideros and in some cases the family that actually owns the mine, Bright Star Gemstones can assure you the best selection, prices and quality. Each and every gemstone is hand picked and guaranteed for your satisfaction. No games. No Lab created stones. No mass-produced, look-alike junk. Just precious and semi-precious gemstones.
The families we work with have been in business for two and sometimes three generations. With a network of family members stretched out all over Brazil and South America, Pedra Bonita Gemstones can guarantee you - the buyer - with the best quality gemstones at the fairest prices.
Obrigado!
PO Box 975
Crested Butte, CO 81224
United States
Open:8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Monday - Saturday
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