Gemstones trivia quiz: Can you name all these gemstones?

Gemstones are precious stones made from natural minerals and rocks. They are sourced from all over the world and then cut professionally and made into expensive jewellery or precious keepsakes! But how much do you know about beautiful gemstones? Do you reckon you can tell your ruby from your diamond in these jewels from the V&A’s collection? Let’s find out! Ready set…

Question 1Question 1 out of 10:

Which gemstone is in this beautiful necklace?

A: Ruby B: Carnelian C: Garnet D: Topaz

Question 2Question 2 out of 10:

Which gemstone is in this ring?

A: Emerald B: Peridot C: Amazonite D: Garnet

Question 3Question 3 out of 10:

Tricky one now, which gemstone is this?

A: Diamond B: Ruby C: Crystal D: Topaz

Question 4Question 4 out of 10:

Which gemstone is this item of jewellery?

A: Peridot B: Emerald C: Tourmaline D: Topaz

Question 5Question 5 out of 10:

And what about this brooch?

A: Crystal B: Moonstone C: Sapphire D: Opal

Just a quick random question – you don’t have to answer it if you don’t want to.

Hey there! Do you mind telling us something?

[This doesn’t affect your result]

Skip this survey?

I am a first time to visitor to mused! I have been to mused before!

I am a first time to visitor to mused! 82%

I have been to mused before! 18%

Privacy notice– Warning: This page will open in a new tab

Question 6Question 6 out of 10:

Any idea what this pendant is? 

A: Topaz B: Alexandrite C: Amethyst D: Lapis lazuli

Question 7Question 7 out of 10:

What material is this pendant made of?

A: Ruby B: Garnet C: Carnelian D: Agate

Question 8Question 8 out of 10:

What stone does this beautiful ring have in it? 

A: Opal B: Amethyst C: Diamond D: Sapphire

Question 9Question 9 out of 10:

What about this brooch?

A: Citrine B: Amber C: Peridot D: Tourmaline

Question 10Question 10 out of 10:

Which gemstone is this?

A: Topaz B: Crystal C: Diamond D: Sapphire

Are you ready to get your results?

See your results