Our Mines
The Gemfields Group is comprised of operational emerald and ruby mines in Zambia and Mozambique, and exploration sites in various African locations. The Group’s focus is firmly on the responsible mining of coloured gemstones.
Gemfields’ Mines
Gemfields is the 75% owner and operator of both the Kagem emerald mine in Zambia and Montepuez Ruby Mining (MRM) in Mozambique.
How Are Our Gemstones Mined?
Unearthing precious gemstones is a delicate business. Gemstones are small, hard to find and, in the case of emeralds, easily damaged. Despite significant advancements in the methods used, many stages are still carried out by hand.