each Stone has a story

HOW GEMSTONES COME TO YOU

Gemforest’s collection is built on the belief that every gem has a story to tell
and it is our duty to share it with the world.
It is only with humility, intuition and respect for nature that
the inner beauty of a stone can shine.

Search for the Perfection

ORIGIN, SELECTION AND CUT

We travel the world in search of the rarest and the most beautiful stones.
We work closely with connoisseurs, collectors and fine jewellers
to create an unparalleled standard in the world of coloured gemstones.

“Each time I hold an exceptional gemstone in my hand, I can feel its energy.
It tells a powerful story and offers an opportunity of a lifetime.”

– ALEX LEUENBERGER –

Mines in Sri Lanka

No distance is too far

DEEP KNOWLEDGE OF ORIGINS

From Madagascar to South America, Sri Lanka to Tanzania,
we travel the World to find the perfect one.

Mines in Tajikistan

Mines in Madagascar

“Uniqueness provides a competitive edge.”

– ALEX LEUENBERGER –

Uncovering true beauty

SELECTION OF GEMSTONES

Inner beauty and character cannot be seen, it has to be felt.  Each gemstone that comes out of Gemforest is brimming with richness in colour and a natural radiance.

At Gemforest, it is our responsibility and privilege to turn stones into treasures by embracing its uniqueness and potential.

Rough Multicolor Sapphires

Madagascar – Trade Market

Rough Pink Sapphires

“Gem Forest guarantees treasures like no other. “

– ALEX LEUENBERGER –

Checking for inclusions

The perfect Cut

TURNING A STONE INTO A TREASURE

The art is in the cut. The true value of a gemstone is not only in its form – but the trained eyes, hands, and heart turning the stone into treasure.

A masterful cut of a rough stone reveals its brilliancy, colour and character. It calls for multidimensional imagination and an innate instinct.

Polish wheel

Stone cutting

From our blog
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A ray of light

Spinel, historically more expensive than Diamonds and mistaken for rubies until the science of gemmology was developed. The object of devotion and desire for collectors and the world's finest jewellers.
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Ratnarj, the King of precious stones

Spinel, historically more expensive than Diamonds and mistaken for rubies until the science of gemmology was developed. The object of devotion and desire for collectors and the world's finest jewellers.
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Red heart shape Spinel: the ultimate symbol of Love

Spinel, historically more expensive than Diamonds and mistaken for rubies until the science of gemmology was developed. The object of devotion and desire for collectors and the world's finest jewellers.