Formation Study of Gem Deposits
A special issue of Minerals (ISSN 2075-163X). This special issue belongs to the section "Mineral Deposits".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 30 October 2025 | Viewed by 54
Special Issue Editors
Interests: mineralogy; petrology; ore deposits; U-Pb geochronology gemmology; microstructures
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Dear Colleagues,
Gem deposits, as unique non-metallic mineral resources, are subject to specific geological constraints due to the particular demand regarding the initial size and structure of ore extraction. Every gem deposit possesses distinct characteristics, resulting in a unique imprint on the gem during its formation, including variations in chemical composition, structure/microstructure, and mineral components, inclusions, etc. Research on the genesis of gem deposits is crucial for comprehending the factors contributing to the formation of high-quality gems and the distinctive attributes of gem deposits across various locations. This Special Issue aims to showcase the latest and most comprehensive advancements in gem deposits pertaining to mineralogy, petrology, and gemology. Interdisciplinary research in fields such as geology, field gemology, geochemistry, geochronology, and spectroscopy can offer vital insights into gem deposit formation, facilitating global comparisons and geographic gemstone identification.
The Special Issue welcomes original scientific research submissions related to gem deposits from established and emerging locations globally. The Special Issue focuses on the following topics:
- Geological background, occurrence, genesis, and genetic models of gem deposits;
- The mineralogical, gemological, geochemical, and spectroscopic characteristics of natural gems, as well as the mineralogical, geochemical, and geochronological features of the associated wall/country rocks;
- Applications of integrated studies tracing gem provenance and elucidating gemstone identification methods.
Prof. Dr. Guanghai Shi
Dr. Tianlong Jiang
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- geological occurrences
- chemical composition
- mineral components
- geographic features/origin
- gem characterization
- genesis of gems
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