Agate Semi-Precious Gemstone Mine
Agate semi-precious gemstone mine in Birjand has been used as a gemstone in various decorative industries for centuries due to its wide variety of colors and abundant reserves. Iran ranks 5th in the world in terms of mineral reserves of semi-precious stones. In terms of color variety, it has a high diversity and unique colors that are very rare in the world.
In terms of reserves and supply, this company can supply at least 1000 tons per month. Since agate is a quartz mineral with a high hardness, it has extensive applications in jewelry making and creating unique accessories. Khatam Taha Industrial and Mining Company was established in Iran for the first time to promote the growth and development of semi-precious stone mines and to position Iran as a leading global supplier of these stones in high volumes for processing industries.
Agate Khatam Mining Company registered three mining areas in South Khorasan Province (Sarbisheh County) and obtained the first semi-precious stone exploitation license in Iran. Based on mineral and gemstone analyses, these mine stones are classified as gemstones in the chalcedony family. Due to its wide variety of colors and abundant reserves, it has been used as a gemstone in various decorative industries for centuries.
Iran ranks 5th globally in mineral reserves of semi-precious stones and boasts high color diversity with unique, rare colors worldwide. In terms of reserves and supply, this company can supply at least 1000 tons per month. Since agate is a quartz mineral with a high hardness, it has extensive applications in jewelry making and creating unique accessories.
