Our Story - Ministry of Gems

Our Story

Ministry of Gems® is based in Manly Vale, Sydney, Australia and we love being serious about our never ending passion for sourcing and supplying the best quality gems and high end jewellery. We do this with a drive to remain sustainable and ethical and give back to enrich the lives of the communities that allow us to do what we do.

Akila Guruge

Ministry of Gems® Founder Akila Guruge is from Sri Lanka, and is a prominent figure in the Sri Lankan gem industry with well-established, reliable, and trustworthy connections from miners through to authorities.

“Brutally Honest and can’t lie to save his life. He also thinks the world is not yet ready for his ideas…”

Achira on Akila

“Creative, dedicated to work and loves his PlayStation” Anna on Akila

Anna Lulinkova

Co-Founder Anna Lulinkova is a Fellow of the Gemmological Association of Australia (FGAA) and an expert with keen eyes for natural gemstones. The three founders have been working at multinational corporations for 10+ years prior to founding the company.

“Her phone is always out of memory, filled with cat stuff. Nowadays cats on cloud too 🤪”

Akila on Anna

“Knows everything about Gemstones & Cats. Has a good sense of humour” Achira on Anna

Achira Guruge

Co-Founder Achira Guruge is also from Sri Lanka and moved to Australia at the age of 13. Having previously been employed as a Private Banker, he now looks after the company’s Investments and Finances, whilst guiding the overall company strategy and direction.

“The logical one in the family & believes his brother should officially change his name to Donut” Akila on Achira

“Always in a great mood, takes everything in easy and I’m never bored with Donut” Anna on Achira

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1. First, define your primary goal — is this purely for personal enjoyment, or are you also considering it as a Heirloom asset? 

2. Clarify your budget and expectations for return on investment. With gemstones, meaningful returns typically begin after five years or more.

3. Choose a reputable jeweller or gemstone company that aligns with your vision.

4. At Ministry of Gems, we offer a trusted network of premium gemstone and diamond suppliers, supported by an in-house team of qualified gemmologists ready to guide you—whether your focus is beauty, investment, or both. 

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#finejewelry #dubaijewelry #eternitynand #dubailuxury#bespokejewels #dubaijewellerydesigner #diamondsdubai #sydneyjeweller #diamondhoops #goldearringsdesigns #goldjewelry #goldearrings #aquamarinestone #ювелирка #дубаймарина #дубай #бриллианты #золото #драгоценныекамни #dubaiinvestments #sapphirejewellery

1. First, define your primary goal — is this purely for personal enjoyment, or are you also considering it as a Heirloom asset?

2. Clarify your budget and expectations for return on investment. With gemstones, meaningful returns typically begin after five years or more.

3. Choose a reputable jeweller or gemstone company that aligns with your vision.

4. At Ministry of Gems, we offer a trusted network of premium gemstone and diamond suppliers, supported by an in-house team of qualified gemmologists ready to guide you—whether your focus is beauty, investment, or both.

#ministryofgems #finejewellerydesign #whitegoldring #aquamarinerings #morganiterings
#finejewelry #dubaijewelry #eternitynand #dubailuxury#bespokejewels #dubaijewellerydesigner #diamondsdubai #sydneyjeweller #diamondhoops #goldearringsdesigns #goldjewelry #goldearrings #aquamarinestone #ювелирка #дубаймарина #дубай #бриллианты #золото #драгоценныекамни #dubaiinvestments #sapphirejewellery

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Beautiful Ceylon Sapphires available for your jewellery 

💎 Inquiries: Sales@ministryofgems.global 

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Beautiful Ceylon Sapphires available for your jewellery

💎 Inquiries: Sales@ministryofgems.global

#ministryofgems #dubaijewelry #investmentgemstone #dubaigems #sydneyjewellers #bespokejewels #finejewellerydesigner #dubaishopping #sapphirerings #diamondrings #diamondsareforever #dubaijewels #дубайукрашения #бриллианты #драгоценности #melbournejewellery #дубайшоппинг

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What if time could be held?
 In her hands: not just gemstones but millions of years of Earthʼs memory. Uncut, untouched, unspoken… until now.
 Every gem we source holds a story. Of fire, pressure, and patience. And the moment they reach your palm their story becomes
 yours.
 #MinistryOfGems #GemstonesOfTheEarth #LuxuryWithMeaning #BespokeJewels #FromMineToMemory #NaturalGems
 #TimelessBeauty #GemstoneStoryteling

What if time could be held?
In her hands: not just gemstones but millions of years of Earthʼs memory. Uncut, untouched, unspoken… until now.
Every gem we source holds a story. Of fire, pressure, and patience. And the moment they reach your palm their story becomes
yours.
#MinistryOfGems #GemstonesOfTheEarth #LuxuryWithMeaning #BespokeJewels #FromMineToMemory #NaturalGems
#TimelessBeauty #GemstoneStoryteling

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Beneath the surface, a world unfolds.
 Step inside the mines with Anna as she leads us through the origin of rare gemstones where light is scarce but value is born.
 This is more than sourcing itʼs discovery, itʼs heritage, itʼs truth.
 
 Echoes from the Mine Episode 1
 
#investmentopportunity #jewelrydubai #jewellery #engagementringshopping #ᴅᴜʙᴀɪᴍᴀʟʟ #mallofemerates #dubaigems #investment #dubaijewelry #dubaiinvestments #dubaiinvestor #dubaïinvestors #investmentopportunity #dubairussian #dubailifestyle #russiansindubai #russianinvestors #russianinvestorsclub #russianinvestorsindubai #ministryofgems #ministryofgemsglobal #dubaiinvest #russianjewelry  #russianjewelry #russianinvestors #dubaiinvestorclub #russianinvestorsindubai #gemstoneinvestment #jewelleryinvestment #dubaijewellery

Beneath the surface, a world unfolds.
Step inside the mines with Anna as she leads us through the origin of rare gemstones where light is scarce but value is born.
This is more than sourcing itʼs discovery, itʼs heritage, itʼs truth.

Echoes from the Mine Episode 1

#investmentopportunity #jewelrydubai #jewellery #engagementringshopping #ᴅᴜʙᴀɪᴍᴀʟʟ #mallofemerates #dubaigems #investment #dubaijewelry #dubaiinvestments #dubaiinvestor #dubaïinvestors #investmentopportunity #dubairussian #dubailifestyle #russiansindubai #russianinvestors #russianinvestorsclub #russianinvestorsindubai #ministryofgems #ministryofgemsglobal #dubaiinvest #russianjewelry #russianjewelry #russianinvestors #dubaiinvestorclub #russianinvestorsindubai #gemstoneinvestment #jewelleryinvestment #dubaijewellery

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Beneath layers of earth lies more than treasure it holds the stories of those who search for it.
Echoes from the Mine premieres June 2.
Only at Ministry of Gems®.

#EchoesFromTheMine #gemhunters  #undergroundstories  #ministryofgems  #documentaryseries  #truecraft  #gemmining  #legacyunearthed  #netflixstyle  #realstorie #luxuryfromthesource

Beneath layers of earth lies more than treasure it holds the stories of those who search for it.
Echoes from the Mine premieres June 2.
Only at Ministry of Gems®.

#EchoesFromTheMine #gemhunters #undergroundstories #ministryofgems #documentaryseries #truecraft #gemmining #legacyunearthed #netflixstyle #realstorie #luxuryfromthesource

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We are proud to unveil our presence in Dubai 🇦🇪 

Explore the world of rare investment-grade Gemstones, Diamonds, and Jewellery, handcrafted in our exclusive atelier 🏢 

I'm now taking appointments in Dubai to discuss unique investment opportunities and to design & bring to life your own bespoke high jewellery masterpiece ✨️💍✨️ 

#investments #jewelrydubai #jewelleryinvestment #gemstoneinvestment #engagementringshopping #ᴅᴜʙᴀɪᴍᴀʟʟ #mallofemerates #dubaigems #investment #dubaijewelry #dubaiinvestments #dubaiinvestor #investdubai #investmentopportunity #dubairussians #dubailifestyle #russiansindubai #russianinvestors #russianinvestorsclub #russianinvestorsindubai #ministryofgems #ministryofgemsglobal #dubaiinvest #russianjewelry  #russianjewelry #russianinvestors #dubaiinvestorclub #russianinvestorsindubai #gemstoneinvestments

We are proud to unveil our presence in Dubai 🇦🇪

Explore the world of rare investment-grade Gemstones, Diamonds, and Jewellery, handcrafted in our exclusive atelier 🏢

I`m now taking appointments in Dubai to discuss unique investment opportunities and to design & bring to life your own bespoke high jewellery masterpiece ✨️💍✨️

#investments #jewelrydubai #jewelleryinvestment #gemstoneinvestment #engagementringshopping #ᴅᴜʙᴀɪᴍᴀʟʟ #mallofemerates #dubaigems #investment #dubaijewelry #dubaiinvestments #dubaiinvestor #investdubai #investmentopportunity #dubairussians #dubailifestyle #russiansindubai #russianinvestors #russianinvestorsclub #russianinvestorsindubai #ministryofgems #ministryofgemsglobal #dubaiinvest #russianjewelry #russianjewelry #russianinvestors #dubaiinvestorclub #russianinvestorsindubai #gemstoneinvestments

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Something ancient speaks beneath the surface…
“Voice of the Earth” — coming soon.

#VoiceOfTheEarth #MinistryOfGems #GemstoneWhispers #LuxuryRevealed #HiddenBeauty #GemHunters #EarthsSecrets #NaturalLuxury #RareGems #BespokeJewels #comingsoon

Something ancient speaks beneath the surface…
“Voice of the Earth” — coming soon.

#VoiceOfTheEarth #MinistryOfGems #GemstoneWhispers #LuxuryRevealed #HiddenBeauty #GemHunters #EarthsSecrets #NaturalLuxury #RareGems #BespokeJewels #comingsoon

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True luxury isn’t loud it’s rare. That’s why the ultra-wealthy often turn to rare opals when they want something truly one-of-a-kind. These gems aren’t just beautiful; they’re geological miracles, shaped over millions of years beneath ancient seabeds and volcanic earth. No two are ever alike.

At Ministry of Gems, we don’t source opals from catalogs we go to the mines ourselves. We trace every origin, study every shimmer, and choose only the most exquisite stones for our clients.

Because when you invest in a gem, you’re not just buying beauty you’re owning a legacy.

#ministryofgems #rareopals #ultrahighnetworth #geminvestment #luxurygems #opalcollectors #legacyjewelry #ethicalsourcing #bespokejewelry #timelessluxury

True luxury isn’t loud it’s rare. That’s why the ultra-wealthy often turn to rare opals when they want something truly one-of-a-kind. These gems aren’t just beautiful; they’re geological miracles, shaped over millions of years beneath ancient seabeds and volcanic earth. No two are ever alike.

At Ministry of Gems, we don’t source opals from catalogs we go to the mines ourselves. We trace every origin, study every shimmer, and choose only the most exquisite stones for our clients.

Because when you invest in a gem, you’re not just buying beauty you’re owning a legacy.

#ministryofgems #rareopals #ultrahighnetworth #geminvestment #luxurygems #opalcollectors #legacyjewelry #ethicalsourcing #bespokejewelry #timelessluxury

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Gold and diamond bracelet by Ministry of Gems 
Bespoke orders 

#bespokerings
#bespokejewelry
#dubaidiamonds
#dubaijewellery #dubaijewelry #goldjewelryset

Gold and diamond bracelet by Ministry of Gems
Bespoke orders

#bespokerings
#bespokejewelry
#dubaidiamonds
#dubaijewellery #dubaijewelry #goldjewelryset

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Diamond bracelet by Ministry of Gems 

#customjeweler #dubaiearrings #dubaidiamonds #dubaijewellery #dubaigems #diamondsdubai #sydneyjewellery #braceletdiamonds #bespokejeweller

Diamond bracelet by Ministry of Gems

#customjeweler #dubaiearrings #dubaidiamonds #dubaijewellery #dubaigems #diamondsdubai #sydneyjewellery #braceletdiamonds #bespokejeweller

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