4 a) Give two reasons why Pakistan's gemstone
miners get very low prices for their gems.
b) The mountains of Pakistan are rich in
gemstones but few large mining companies
have opened mines there. Explain this.
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Answer:
a-The basic factors that contribute to the value of a gemstone are BEAUTY (color, luster, perfection of cutting, etc.) DURABILITY, RARITY, DEMAND (or VOGUE), TRADITION, and PORTABILITY.
b-1979, Gemstones Corporation of Pakistan was established to develop the gemstones sector in Pakistan, however in 1997 the corporation liquidated.[3] Now a number of organizations are working in this sector including All Pakistan Commercial Exporters Association of Rough & Unpolished Precious and Semi Precious Stones (APCEA) and Pakistan Gems and Jewellery Development Company (PGJDC). Pakistan Gems and Mineral Show is held annually in Peshawar since 1994, however it has not attracted much attention from potential international buyers.[3]
Answer:
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