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Article: Jaipur: The World's Gemstone Capital — Where Colour, Craft and Heritage Meet

Jaipur: The World's Gemstone Capital — Where Colour, Craft and Heritage Meet

When most people think of Jaipur, they picture pink sandstone palaces, bustling bazaars and magnificent forts. Yet beyond its architectural beauty lies another legacy that has shaped the city for centuries: gemstones.

Known around the world as the Gemstone Capital of India, Jaipur has long been a destination where rough stones from across continents are transformed into objects of remarkable beauty through generations of skilled craftsmanship. Today, the city's gem-cutting and polishing industry continues to supply jewellers, collectors and luxury houses across the globe.

For HEMJI, this heritage is more than a source of inspiration—it is part of our identity.

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A Legacy Built Over Centuries

From the reign of Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II to the workshops of the old city today, how Jaipur's gemstone traditions were built and passed down over generations.

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