ISAIAH

Chapters 38-60

Isaiah 38:2 indicates that King Hezekiah showed the king of Babylon all the treasures in the kingdom. Precious stones, silver and gold were listed as being in abundance in the Israelite nation.

Isaiah 40:19 mentions the silver and gold that were used to cover the idols that were worshiped by Israel. Chapter 44:9 also mentions the idols crafted by silver and gold except in this instance God reveals that they are not the true God. The idols would be destroyed. Chapter 46:6 repeats the same use of gold and silver as being used for idols.

Isaiah 54:11-12 indicates that stones, colorful gems, sapphires, rubies, and other precious stones are part of the foundation established by Israel, the foundation for all other nations who worship the Lord. Isaiah 60:6 mentions gold while verse 9 lists gold and silver. Both times the rich minerals are carried into the nation of Israel by the Gentiles and on the ships of Tarshish. Verse 17 states that silver and gold would be carried into the nation. Isaiah 61:10 refers to the nation of Israel as being adorned like a bride with jewels pleasing to the Lord who is the bridegroom of the nation.

ISAIAH

Chapters 10-31

Isaiah 10:13 The King of Assyria is forewarned by God for his stealing of the Israelite treasures.

Isaiah 13 refers to the silver and gold as pertaining to the people of the Medes.
Isaiah 28:5 describes the Lord's return with a diadem or jeweled head adornment or what we typically refer to as a crown. Verse 16 of that same chapter tells us that Israel is the cornerstone or foundation of God's plan. The foundation is a precious cornerstone.

Isaiah 30:6 is a reference back to the days Israel was in bondage in Egypt. As they left the country they carried treasures and riches from the women which became part of their wardrobe. Obviously not all treasures and riches were precious stones because the Bible does not specify exactly what was taken but certainly some of the items were fine jewels. Verse 22 mentions silver and gold as being used to cover idols. Isaiah 31:7 again states that the idols of gold and silver would be destroyed.

ISAIAH

Overview of the Book and its message:
References to precious gems, silver, and gold are found in this book which deals with the judgment of Israel for sin in their lives. The last part of the book shows God's love for His nation with a message of comfort and hope.

Chapters 1-3
Isaiah 2:7 mentions the abundance of silver and gold in the land along with numerous “treasures”. Although no precious gems or stones are mentioned specifically the implication means natural resources which could very well include numerous gems.
Verse 20 of the same chapter reveals that the people of Israel had fashioned idols of silver and gold.

Isaiah 3:18 refers to the many types of jewelry that adorned the Jewish woman. References to anklet bracelets, scarves & crescents, pendants, bracelets, veils, and headdresses are listed. Leg ornaments, headbands, perfume boxes and charms and rings also are part of the adornments that complete part of the wardrobe. Nose jewels, outer garments and purses and mirrors are also recorded as items which contained other stones.

EZEKIEL 28

Several stones are mentioned with reference to the King of Tyre.
In verse 13...
You were in Eden, the garden of God;
every precious stone adorned you:
ruby, topaz and emerald,
chrysolite, onyx and jasper,
sapphire, turquoise and beryl.
Your settings and mountings were made of gold;
on the day you were created they were prepared.

There are nine stones mentioned in this verse plus the brilliance of gold. At one time everything beautiful adorned man in a perfect setting. God shows how brightly his creation shines before the temptation of Adam and Eve and the move out of the garden.