EVEN though it is called the Kebun Sayur Market, no vegetables are sold there. This market located along the northern coast, 30 minutes from downtown Balikpapan, East Kalimantan, is known as a center for precious gemstones such as agate, amethyst, sapphire and diamonds.

Stop by one shop, which is owned by Ibrahim, who sells precious stones and diamond jewelry. Precious gems can be seen in display cases. They are stunningly radiant. Everyone who