Sapphire Mining
In this section, we cover all the leading regions of the world where sapphires are mined, how countries support mining efforts, and what types of sapphires are prominent where:
Regions Where Sapphires Are Mined
Understand where and how sapphires are mined around the world, from ancient times and continuing into modern day mining efforts. Learn about the role geology plays in finding these beautiful gemstones.
Sapphire Mines In South East Asia
One of the most productive mining regions in the world for sapphires, follow along as we discover what makes Sri Lanka, Myanmar, Thailand, Vietnam, and Laos a group of powerhouses for gem-quality sapphires.
Some of the most interesting sapphire colors hail from sapphire mining in Africa. We explore the countries of Tanzania, Kenya, Nigeria, and Madagascar to reveal the sapphire boom happening on the continent.
Sapphire Mines In Central Asia
Some of the most illustrious sapphires have emerged from this region of the world. Discover why the historic Kashmir, and modern-day mining in Afghanistan and Pakistan are raising interest in the sapphire promise of Central Asia again.
The Land Down Under emerged on the sapphire-mining scene with incredibly beautiful sapphires in the mid-19th century. Today, the country produces some of the most stunning sapphires on the market.
One of the only areas where sapphires can be mined in North America, learn about the stunningly special sapphires from the United States appearing most often in their bluish-green and greenish-blue hues.