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> Myanmar has the most bountiful gem mines in the world. I assume that's hyperbole because I couldn't find a list of top producing countries that included Myan
by kingkongjaffa 3y ago
> Myanmar has the most bountiful gem mines in the world.
I assume that's hyperbole because I couldn't find a list of top producing countries that included Myanmar, do you have a link?
- seaal 3y agohttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Myanmar#Extractive_industries https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Myanmar#Extractive_industries > Myanmar produces precious stones such as rubies, sapphires, pearls, and jade. Rubies are the biggest earner; 90% of the world's rubies come from the country, whose red stones are prized for their purity and hue. The article that is cited is from 2010, seems like overall gem production has decreased significantly since then. https://www.statista.com/statistics/1061659/myanmar-production-volume-of-gems/ https://www.statista.com/statistics/1061659/myanmar-producti...