Ratnapura
Ratnapura — the “City of Gems” — in Sri Lanka is one of the world's great gem-gravel districts.
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What it is known for
Ratnapura's alluvial gem gravels yield sapphire (including the famous Ceylon blue), star corundum, topaz, zircon, spinel, and many other gems.
What collectors look for
Gem sapphire and the variety of fine gravels are the draw; well-formed crystals from the gravels are collector pieces.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Ratnapura?
Ratnapura is a mineral locality in Sabaragamuwa, Sri Lanka.
What minerals are found at Ratnapura?
Minerals from Ratnapura include Sapphire, Zircon, Topaz.
What is Ratnapura known for?
Ratnapura — the “City of Gems” — in Sri Lanka is one of the world's great gem-gravel districts.
References & databases
Mindat.org is the world’s largest open mineralogy database.