Do the gems look like the ones on the box?

Dear M. Gibbons: I sent this wonderful-looking kit to my 6 year-old (wise-beyond-her-years) granddaughter for Christmas. Here's her reply, which I am copying and pasting, for you: "Some of them look alike and some are not exactly like they look on the box. There were both rough and some polished." She typed the reply all by herself. Hope this helps. When she visited me in January, her mom and dad took her to our Swap Meet, and she ended up with buying a necklace that had color change stones in it and her sister bought a moonstone necklace that had much of reflective properties in the stones. Both girls' eyes light up now whenever natural-color stones are within their vision.

Does the kit include aquamarine

No, I don't think it did. But I'm not sure that they all have the same type in each kit.

How many digging tools did it come with?

Our Mega Gemstone Digging kit includes one chisel and brush.

But is it from China?

Yes, our National Geographic birthstone dig kit is currently manufactured in China.

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National Geographic Birthstone Dig Kit with 12 Genuine Gemstones for Kids | Real Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire & Pearl Specimens, 12 Genuine Birthstones, Gem Mining Activity, Rock Collection, Birthday Gift

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🏆award-winning STEM kit

💎12 genuine birthstones

🔍includes magnifying glass & tools

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Description

💎 Dig Deep, Shine Bright: Discover Your Birthstone Legacy Today!

UNEARTH YOUR OWN TREASURE - Excavate 12 authentic birthstones including diamond, ruby, sapphire & more for a personalized gem collection.
COLLECT DISPLAY AND FLAUNT - Includes a stylish display bottle with keychain to showcase your finds and share your unique birthstone story.
STEM LEARNING MEETS ADVENTURE - Engage with hands-on science using excavation tools, a magnifying glass, and an educational guide that makes geology exciting.
PERFECT GIFT FOR ASPIRING GEOLOGISTS - Ideal for ages 8+, this kit sparks curiosity and creativity while building a dazzling gemstone display.
EXCLUSIVE NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC QUALITY - Crafted by Blue Marble, this Amazon-exclusive kit combines premium materials with award-winning educational design.

The National Geographic Birthstone Dig Kit offers an immersive STEM experience with 12 genuine birthstones—including diamond, ruby, sapphire, and pearl—hidden inside a dig brick. Designed for kids 8 and up, it includes excavation tools, a magnifying glass, and an educational guide to foster hands-on learning. This award-winning, Amazon-exclusive kit by Blue Marble combines authentic specimens with engaging science, making it a must-have collectible and educational toy.

Specifications

ASIN	B08MJMB8FJ
Age Range Description	8 years and up
Battery Description	No battery required
Best Sellers Rank	#3,297 in Toys & Games ( See Top 100 in Toys & Games ) #33 in Educational Science Kits
Brand Name	Blue Marble
Customer Reviews	4.7 out of 5 stars 29,269 Reviews
Educational Objective	STEM
Global Trade Identification Number	00816448028137
Included Components	1 Display Bottle and Keychain, 12 Birthstones, Excavation Tools, Genuine Birthstone Dig Brick
Is Assembly Required	No
Item Dimensions	7.24 x 2.17 x 10 inches
Item Type Name	Real Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Pearl, & More, Dig Up Stunning Gemstones, Toys for Girls, Toys for Boys
Item Weight	420 Grams
Manufacturer	JMW Sales, Inc.
Manufacturer Maximum Age (MONTHS)	1188.0
Manufacturer Minimum Age (MONTHS)	96
Manufacturer Part Number	NGBIRTHDIG
Manufacturer Warranty Description	We're proud to make the highest quality products which are backed by exceptional service.
Material Type	Birthstones
Model Number	NGBIRTHDIG
Set Name	National Geographic Birthstone Dig Kit
Size	One Size
Sub Brand	National Geographic
Theme	Birthstones
UPC	816448028137
Unit Count	1.0 Count

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