Videos How Rare Gems Are Hunted In Afghanistan From 300-Foot-Deep Mines Scott Admin posted on 2 years ago — updated on 1 second ago 261 views Miners in Afghanistan use dangerous methods to hunt for jewels many of them couldn’t afford to buy. Most gems leave the country illegally and Afghan citizens say they’re losing out. gemstones rare Insider News Risky Business Scott Follow Author, educator, musician, dancer and all around creative type. Founder of "The Happy Now" website and the online jewelry store "Silver and Sage".