The tradition of gemstones here is as old as the beginning of civilization itself. For generations, the heritage of ancestral wisdom of gemstones has been passed on to the next generation and that is how India has preserved a rich tradition of gemstones, jewelry, and manufacturing, that can not be found in books. The gemstone industry is still dominated by the families of ancient gemstone traders, the wisdom is imprinted in their genes. In this manner, India stands tall and alone in the glorious history of gemstones. No wonder even today India is the largest supplier of gemstones and jewelry. Below are the reasons for the easy affordability of gemstones in India. India produces many natural precious and semi-precious gemstones. India is rich in natural resources and many gemstones are mined in India, which adds to the cost-efficiency of the gemstones.