Cut gemstones possess all the physical properties of the mineral from which they are cut, although the crystal shape is no longer evident.
Australian Gemstones
Opal Stone Meaning, Uses, Properties, Value, & More
Gems on Canvas: Pigments Historically Sourced from Gem Materials
Minerals, Free Full-Text
Western Australian Museum in Perth City Centre - Tours and
GAA - Gemmological Association of Australia
Exclusive: Gem-like fossils reveal stunning new dinosaur species
Gemstone - Wikipedia
Gem & Mineral Hall at Natural History Museum of LA County
Mineral sciences collection
Australian gemstones dazzle on stamps - Australia Post
Topaz - The Australian Museum
Gemstones: Understanding Identifying Buying – National Museum