Shopping Gems
Sri Lanka is one of the top gem bearing countries in the world with the highest density of
gems in the world and is a global sourcing destination for over 75 varieties of precious and
semi-precious gemstones.
It is known the world over that Sri Lankan gems are of high quality. Rough uncut stones can
be bought in Sri Lanka for about half the price of those found in the UK. The demand for Sri
Lankan gems has produced cheats and crooked salesmen that can dupe any gullible tourist with
fake stones. The Government of Sri Lanka has taken strict measures to curb such nefarious
activities and has set-up test centers where you can get your gems tested and valued for
free.
Jewellery
The best of gold jewellery of exquisite and intricate designs of 22 carat, 18 carat, etc.
can be purchased in Sri Lanka at prices that are lower than those found in the Middle East,
Europe and elsewhere.
The National Gem & Jewellery Authority was incorporated in 1971by an Act of Parliament as
the Regulatory Body of the Gem & Jewellery Industry in Sri Lanka and the gem & Jewellery
exchange functions as a One Stop Export Trade Centre to facilitate the entire trade.
It is situated at
No.25,
Galle Face Terrace,
Colombo 3.
Porcelain Products
Sri Lankan porcelain ware has graced the tables of many international events from Academy
Awards to global leader summits and has been long celebrated for their superior product
quality fand design. Unique, distinctive and elegant Sri Lankan ceramic and porcelain ware
manufacturers supply a range of self-branded and private label ceramic and porcelain
products to leading global brands, homeware stores and department stores.
Having discovered the vast potential and facilities available, the world-famous Noritake
Japanese Company established their industry in Sri Lanka in 1972 which provided Sri Lanka
with larger export markets not only for Noritake brands, but also for Dankotuwa, Elan Royal
Fernwood and other ceramic products that had built up a reputation of their own.
