Origin Gems™
Inside a deep mine in Shamozai Swat Valley, looking for Natural Emerald Gemstones.
About Us

Who We Are

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.

GIA Alumni
University of Peshawar
Holding a large aquamarine gemstone high quality mined from Shigar valley near Skardu Pakistan in Namak Mandi
Purpose

Our Mission

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.

Operating drone on top of the Pink topaz gemstone mine in Katlang ghundao hill Pakistan
Research

Gem Trails of Pakistan

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.

Book cover of 'Gem Trails of Pakistan' with gemstones

What We Offer

Person in a hard hat using a flashlight and hammer inside Shigar Skardu Aquamarine mine

From the Mine's to You

Directly sourced, ethical gemstones and fine minerals from mines across Pakistan and the region.

A rich Vivid Natural emerald gemstone from Swat valley Mingora mine Pakistan

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.

Silver Mughal coin, 1 rupee denomination, featuring Akbar the Great’s inscriptions and design elements.

Historical artefact's

Including ancient silver coinage, jewellery, manuscripts, rare books, and folk records.

Brachiopod Fossil from Pakistan Salt range

Fossil's

Fossils that shaped our planet’s story, from museum-grade specimens for private collectors to timeless pieces for everyday enthusiasts.

Handmade silver ring with Natural Swat mined emerald gemstone ring, Hand engraved pattern.

Handmade Jewellery

tailored to clients' needs.

Book cover of 'Gem Trails of Pakistan' with gemstones

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.

Climbing the Goand mine to reach the top mines, Shigar valley Pakistan

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.

SOURCING

How We Source

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).

In front of the Aquamarine mine entrance in the Goand mining area of Shigar Valley
Trusted Network

From the Mine to You

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.

Old local dealer and miner in Swat gemstone Emerald centre outside the Mingora mines holding a natural Emerald rough crystal.
New Deposit Exploration

Geological and Gemological Investigations for New Untapped Gem Resources

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

Exclusive Sponsor

Origin Gems - Exclusive Sponsor of Pakistan Page on Mindat.org

Origin Gems is the exclusive sponsor of the Pakistan page on Mindat.org — the world’s largest mineralogical and mining database, supporting global education, research, and transparency in the gem and mineral trade. As a research-driven brand rooted in gemology and geology, we are proud to champion accurate documentation and knowledge-sharing from the source.
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