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LANKA : Alexandrite, alexandrite cat's eye, amethyst, aquamarine beryl,
chrysoberyl, chrysoberyl, cat's eye, citrine, garnet, moonstone, ruby, star ruby,
sapphire, star sapphire, spinel, tourmaline topaz and zircon.
The history
of gem mining goes back to 2500 years. It is known as Rathnadeepa or the island
of gems. Gemstones are a natural resource that belongs to the state. Exports tough
$ 250 million a year. However the mines are small and their working very labour
intensive with minimal mechanization. This, according to the authorities, creates
employment opportunities including support industries. Large-scale mining is not
favoured so as to protect the environment. It is expected that the known mining
reserves will last for another 100 years. Open -pit mining remains the rule.
