Newly Find Gems and Minerals

Newly Found Gems and Minerals — First-Listed, Direct from Mining Regions

This collection features newly found gems and minerals sourced directly from active mining regions across Pakistan, Afghanistan, and Burma. Every piece has been recently acquired and is listed for the first time on Folkmarketgems. If you are looking for rare, first-to-market gemstones and mineral specimens, this is where to start.

What This Collection Includes

This collection contains 43 products across five distinct product categories: facet-grade rough gemstones, faceted loose stones, lapidary rough, mineral specimens, and collector-grade crystals. Materials available include Kashmir sapphires (blue, pink, and purplish-pink), Swat emeralds, Chitral emeralds, Gilgit emeralds, Katlang pink topaz, golden topaz, red and pink spinels from Burma and Hunza Valley, Afghanite, Hackmanite, Vayrynenite, Sphene (Titanite), Scapolite, Morganite, Bastnasite, Pargasite on matrix, Peridot, and Kashmir ruby. Several items are UV-reactive and fluorescent.

Faceted Loose Stones — Cut and Ready to Set

Faceted stones in this collection include a 5.50 ct Blue Kashmir Sapphire ($1,650), a 2.30 ct Oval Purplish Pink Kashmir Sapphire ($950), a 3.25 ct Vivid Green Swat Emerald ($850, reduced from $1,250), a 4.6 ct Chitral Green Emerald ($550, reduced from $750), a 2.6 ct Bi-Color Pink Kashmir Sapphire ($650), a 1.41 ct Red Kashmir Ruby ($390), an 80 ct Peridot Loose Gem Deal ($390, reduced from $650), and a 4.35 ct UV-Reactive Afghanite ($320, reduced from $450). Each stone is photographed individually and listed with exact carat weight and origin.

Facet-Grade Rough Gemstones — For Cutters and Dealers

Rough gemstones available for faceting include 78 ct Purplish Pink Kashmir Sapphire Rough ($650), 100 ct Purplish Raw Sapphire Parcel ($790), 150 ct Chitral Emerald Rough ($250), 100 ct Chitral Emerald Rough ($180), 246 ct Raw Pink Morganite ($280), 95 ct Burmese Spinel Octahedron Crystals ($390), 31 ct Purple Scapolite ($200), 11 ct Katlang Pink Topaz ($250), 29 ct Golden Topaz Rough ($220), 76 ct Color-Change Bastnasite ($380), and 32 g / 160 ct Sphene Rough ($220–$350 depending on lot size).

Lapidary Rough and Bulk Lots — For Cabbing and Wholesale

Lapidary-grade material includes 500 g Fluorescent Afghanite for Cabbing ($650), 150 ct Fluorescent Afghanite Lapidary Lot ($200, reduced from $300), 1 kg Raw Hackmanite in Purple or Blue variants ($1,650), 2 kg UV-Reactive Hackmanite ($3,978), 500 g Gilgit Emerald Rough / 2,500 ct ($4,000), and 500 ct Chitral Emerald Rough ($1,500, reduced from $2,000). These lots are suited for lapidary studios, cabochon cutters, and wholesale buyers.

Mineral Specimens and Crystal Collections

Specimen-grade pieces include a 426 g Pargasite Crystal on Matrix ($450), a 190 g Red Spinel Specimen ($450), an 88.5 g Red Spinel Specimen from Hunza Valley ($300), 34.72 g Supat Mine Peridot Crystals on Matrix ($290), 6.50 ct Vayrynenite Crystals from Skardu ($290), 50 g Pink Topaz Crystal on Matrix from Katlang ($150–$170), 7.9 ct Kashmir Pink Sapphire Trapiche ($120), and 21.16 g Elestial Quartz ($160). These are suitable for display, scientific study, and mineral collections.

Current Deals and Reduced Prices

Several items in this collection are currently offered at reduced prices. Active deals include: 3.25 ct Swat Emerald (now $850, was $1,250), 80 ct Peridot Loose Gem Lot (now $390, was $650), 4.35 ct Afghanite (now $320, was $450), 4.6 ct Chitral Emerald (now $550, was $750), 15 ct Kashmir Sapphire Parcel (now $1,500, was $2,400), 23 ct Chitral Emerald Bulk Deal (now $1,550, was $1,800), 500 ct Chitral Emerald Rough (now $1,500, was $2,000), and 150 ct Fluorescent Afghanite (now $200, was $300). All prices are in USD with no hidden fees.

Pricing Range and What to Expect

Prices in this collection range from $120 to $4,000 USD. Entry-level pieces such as the 7.9 ct Kashmir Sapphire Trapiche ($120) and 21.16 g Elestial Quartz ($160) are accessible for collectors on a smaller budget. Mid-range pieces between $200 and $650 cover most rough parcels and individual faceted stones. High-value pieces above $800 include Kashmir sapphires, Swat emeralds, and large lapidary bulk lots. All prices reflect actual weight, origin, and quality — not estimated or averaged values.

Shipping Information

All orders are shipped internationally from Pakistan. Items are individually packed to prevent damage in transit. Shipping rates and estimated delivery timelines are calculated at checkout based on your delivery location. No additional handling fees are added after purchase.

Who Should Buy from This Collection

This collection is suited for gem dealers sourcing new inventory, lapidary artists and cabochon cutters, faceting hobbyists and competition cutters, mineral collectors and museum buyers, jewelry designers working with natural stones, and wholesale buyers looking for bulk rough lots. Both individual pieces and multi-carat parcels are available across a range of price points.

How to Select the Right Piece for Your Purpose

Each listing includes the exact weight in carats or grams, country and region of origin, product type (rough, faceted, or specimen), and high-resolution photos of the actual item. Use the price filter to narrow results by budget. If you are purchasing rough for faceting, check the listed carat weight and any included notes on clarity or crystal habit. For lapidary lots, review the gram weight and material type. Contact us before purchasing if you need additional information about a specific piece.

Why Source New Finds from Folkmarketgems

All gems and minerals are sourced directly from miners and verified regional suppliers in Pakistan, Afghanistan, and Burma. Every listing shows the actual item you will receive — no stock photos, no composite images. Weights and origins are stated accurately. New finds are listed as soon as they are acquired, giving buyers first access to material before it reaches secondary markets.

Frequently Asked Questions

What types of newly found gemstones are currently available in this collection?

This collection includes 43 first-listed products: Kashmir sapphires (blue, pink, purplish-pink), Swat and Chitral emeralds, Katlang topaz, Burmese and Hunza spinels, Afghanite, Hackmanite, Vayrynenite, Sphene, Scapolite, Morganite, Bastnasite, Pargasite, Peridot, and Kashmir ruby — in faceted, rough, lapidary, and specimen form.

What is the price range for gems and minerals in this collection?

Prices range from $120 USD (7.9 ct Kashmir Sapphire Trapiche) to $4,000 USD (500 g Gilgit Emerald Rough / 2,500 ct). Most individual faceted stones and rough parcels fall between $200 and $950. Several items are currently discounted, including the 3.25 ct Swat Emerald (now $850, was $1,250) and the 80 ct Peridot Lot (now $390, was $650).

Short-tail: gemstone prices | Long-tail: how much do Kashmir sapphires and Swat emeralds cost

Are the UV-reactive and fluorescent minerals in this collection natural and untreated?

Yes. The UV-reactive and fluorescent pieces in this collection — including Afghanite, Hackmanite, and several Kashmir sapphires — are natural and untreated. Their fluorescence is an inherent optical property of the mineral species, not the result of any coating or treatment. Each listing notes UV reactivity where applicable.

Can I buy rough gemstones in bulk or wholesale lots from this collection?

Yes. Bulk and wholesale options include 500 g Gilgit Emerald Rough (2,500 ct, $4,000), 2 kg Hackmanite ($3,978), 1 kg Hackmanite ($1,650), 500 ct Chitral Emerald Rough ($1,500), 246 ct Pink Morganite Rough ($280), and 100 ct Sapphire Parcel ($790). These lots are suited for lapidary studios, gem dealers, and wholesale buyers.

Do the product listings show the actual item I will receive?

Yes. Every listing in this collection uses photos of the actual item being sold — not stock images or representative samples. The weight, origin, and product type listed are accurate for the specific piece shown. What you see in the listing is what ships to you.