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Gemstone Wheel

Spin for a random gemstone — to name a character's ring, to put in a treasure chest or to draw.

DiamondRubySapphireEmeraldAmethystTopazOpalGarnetTurquoiseAquamarinePeridotCitrinePearlJadeOnyxMoonstoneLapis lazuliTourmalineTanzaniteAmber

Tip: Ctrl + Enter (⌘ + Enter on Mac) runs it, from the list or from the page.

How it works

  1. Keep all 20 stones or choose the Faceted gems or Polished and smooth stones preset.
  2. Spin and read the gem that lands.
  3. Use it in your story, treasure map or drawing.

What people use it for

  • Fantasy writing

    Spin to choose the gem set in a magic ring or hidden in the dragon's hoard.

  • Treasure hunt

    Hide a card with the gem name for each team to find.

  • Birthstone chat

    Spin and ask each person what they know about the stone.

Questions

Is it a guide to buying gems?
No. It is only a list of names for games and ideas, with no values or quality information. Ask a qualified jeweller before you buy.
Are they all gemstones in the strict sense?
Not strictly: pearl and amber, for example, come from living things rather than from minerals. Edit the list if you want to keep only some.