Gemstones and Human Adventure: A Journey Through Madagascar’s Mines
A passion for gemstones also implies an interest in travel and adventure, as well as a desire to meet wonderful people at mining sites.
A few years ago, gemmologists from GGTL Laboratories Switzerland travelled for several months to the beautiful island of Madagascar.
They stayed at various mining sites, such as Andranondambo, Vatomandry and Ilakaka, to name a few, and experienced the entire journey of the gemstones, from the mining facilities to the local markets.
Before being a precious and coveted material, a gemstone is above all a human adventure that one must be grateful for.
Here are a few snapshots from our unforgettable journey across Madagascar’s mining sites.
