Origin Gems is led by a team of GIA Alumni gemologists and University of Peshawar-trained geologists, carrying a heritage in the jewellery industry that dates back to 1875. Although the knowledge of the craft wasn't directly passed down to us, we are now passionately reviving this legacy through vertically integrated fieldwork, gemological expertise, and storytelling rooted in authenticity.
Over the past few years, we have been extensively documenting gemstone mining and geology across Pakistan. This ongoing work is being published in our signature project: Gem Trails of Pakistan – Volume 1, accompanied by a rich, cinematic docuseries.
Through Gem Trails of Pakistan, we aim to celebrate the natural beauty, cultural depth, and untold human stories behind the stones, while promoting ethical sourcing, transparency, and the preservation of geological and artisanal heritage.
From the Mine's to You
Directly sourced, ethical gemstones and fine minerals from mines across Pakistan and the region.
Gemstone's & Mineral's
Investment-grade colored gemstones, precious and semi-precious, rare mineral specimens, Himalayan pink salt, gold, copper, Lapis lazuli, and rare earth elements.
Historical artefact's
Including ancient silver coinage, jewellery, manuscripts, rare books, and folk records.
Fossil's
Fossils that shaped our planet’s story, from museum-grade specimens for private collectors to timeless pieces for everyday enthusiasts.
Handmade Jewellery
tailored to clients' needs.
Education
Reliable, research-backed educational content on gemology and geology. Our purpose is to inform, document, and inspire — offering valuable insights and updates to the gem and mineral community.
Take You to the mines!
Experience the Gem Trails in person. We offer bespoke field expeditions to active mines, tailored for collectors, gemologists, and adventure seekers alike.
Name the origin of interest and we have a vast network of links with lease holders to local miners, prospectors, and have field exploration teams ready to be dispatched to any remote location (some mines are open seasonally, can be delayed due to weather or other on ground situations).
We work with and document localities throughout Pakistan and neighbouring regions, including:
Swat Valley (Mingora Fizagat, Shamozai, Gujar Killi, Shangla, Bazar Kot, Charbagh, Makhad), Kashmir, Batakundi, Besal, Zagi (North Waziristan), Shigar, Tormiq, Timergara, Hunza (Ganesh, Aliabad, Karimabad), Mianwali, Khewra and the Salt Range, Attock, Hassanabad, Skardu, Bolachi, Shengus, and countless other remote and active mines in Pakistan, Afghanistan, and beyond.
We are constantly in the field, tracking geological clues, analysing terrain, and surveying remote zones, in search of untapped deposits. Our work goes beyond known mines; it involves identifying overlooked regions with the right structural and mineralogical signatures. This commitment has already led to the discovery of promising new sites bearing tourmalines, rubies, emeralds, gold, rare earths and many fossils sites in areas previously undocumented. As our expeditions continue, more breakthroughs are underway.
Gemstones • Specimens • Fine Minerals • Fossils • Handmade Jewellery • Sourcing • Projects •
