Blue Marble National Geographic Birthstone Dig Kit — 12 Real Birthstones, Includes Diamond, Ruby & Sapphire

A hands-on gateway to gemstones

This kit from Blue Marble brings color, texture, and discovery to life. Hidden inside a designed dig brick are 12 genuine birthstone specimens, including a real diamond and other precious stones. The sparkle, variety, and tactile digging experience invite curiosity without overwhelm, making gemstone exploration feel tangible and exciting.

What’s inside and how it works

Built for curious kids and budding scientists, the setup blends play with learning. A kid-friendly digging tool, a soft brush, and a handy magnifying glass support careful excavation and close observation. A clear, illustrated learning guide adds context to each stone, turning digging into a compact geology lesson you can repeat at home.

• Dig brick housing 12 birthstone specimens
• Real gems include garnet, diamond, ruby, pearl, sapphire, amethyst, emerald, opal, blue topaz, citrine, aquamarine, and peridot
• Kid-friendly digging tool, brush, and magnifier
• Easy-to-follow learning guide with stone-by-stone context
• Display bottle with keychain to showcase discoveries

Hands-on learning with real-world gems

As children excavate, they can observe facets, colors, and textures, then compare findings with the guide. This approach encourages careful note-taking, pattern spotting, and a gentle sense of geological curiosity—without prescriptive outcomes.

• Supports hands-on exploration and observation
• Introduces basic gemstone traits and identification ideas
• Promotes independent play with a self-contained setup
• Travel-friendly for rainy days or family trips

Quality, support, and ideal uses

Blue Marble has a history of educational toys designed to spark imagination and curiosity, backed by a U.S. support team for a positive experience. This kit is a thoughtful gift for curious kids, families building science routines, or anyone who loves color and discovery.

Who is this for?

Perfect for young explorers, science-minded families, or as a thoughtful birthday present for children who enjoy discovering new textures, colors, and stories hidden within gemstones.