The Gemstone Collector

⭐ ⭐⭐ (1,619 endorsements) 📥 53,111 downloads 📌 v3.5 📅 4/23/2013
⚪ Last updated 2015

By Haxokron · Collectables, Treasure Hunts, and Puzzles

⬇ Download Mod Source: Nexus Mods ↗ 📅 Updated: 8/30/2015 📅 Created: 4/23/2013
⚠️ Install Order · 3 steps
1🛠️ SKSE — Skyrim Script Extender Download ↗
2🔧 USLEEP — Unofficial Skyrim Legendary Edition Patch Download ↗
3🖥️ SkyUI — SkyUI (MCM framework) Download ↗

Install in this order, then this mod last — most mods fail to load without their framework and dependencies in place.

🔍 Analysis

  • 👍 3.0% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
  • 🏆 #1 of 7 Collectables, Treasure Hunts, and Puzzles mods in this game by downloads

📋 About This Mod

https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/36121

If you are looking for this exact mod for Skyrim Special Edition, Astralweaver was kind enough to port to SSE here:

https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/36121

Mine over 220 new gemstones, 12 new ores, 16 new alloys!! Create over 230 customized weapons or make 9 gem armor sets. Make 14 different gem dining sets! Collect gem coins to exchange for gem keys that unlock around 500 gem chests all over skyrim. Go to a Gemstore to trade, exchange gem coins for keys to unlock a Gem Home. AND MUCH MORE

THE GEMSTONE COLLECTOR - REMASTERED (FUTURE PLANS)

GEM#    GEMSTONE/        TYPE OF ROCK           EXTRACTED ELEMENT

#/2=$     MINERAL         MINED FROM             (#PIECES-20 MAKE-FULL)

---------------------------------------------------------------------

001    SAND            S-AL            SILICON(5)

002    SANDSTONE        S-SA            SILICON(4)

003    PUDDINGSTONE        S-BR            SILCION(3)

004    SHALE            S-SH            SILICON(3)

005    BASALT            I-BA            SILICON(3)

006    RHYOLITE        I-RY            SILICON(3)

007    SKARN            M-SK            CALCIUM(2)

008    SCHIST            M-SC            SILICON(3)

009    GNEISS            M-GN            SILICON(3)

010    SLATE            M-SL            SILICON(3)

011    QUARTZITE        M-QU            SILICON(5)

012    PEGMATITE        I-PE            SILICON(3)

013    GABBRO            I-GA            CALCIUM(3)

014    SYENITE            I-SY            CALCIUM(2)

015    LIMESTONE        S-LI            CALCIUM(3)

016    GRANITE            I-GR            CALCIUM(2)

017    MARBLE            M-MA            CALCIUM(3)

018    FOSSIL            S-DI            CALCIUM(3)

019    NATIVE COPPER        E-CO            COPPER(5)

020    CRAZY LACE AGATE    ALL ENVIROMENTS        SILICON(5)

021    ROSE QUARTZ        I-PE            SILICON(5)

022    MICA            I-GR            ALUMINUM(2)

023    JASPER            ALL ENVIROMENTS        SILICON(5)

024    ONYX            ALL ENVIROMENTS        SILICON(5)

025    GREEN AVENTURINE    M-QU            SILICON(5)

026    SODALITE        ALL IGNEOUS/M-MA/SK    SODIUM(2)

027    SMOKEY QUARTZ        I-GR/PE/M-GN        SILICON(5)

028    PYRITE            ALL ENVIROMENTS(-S-DI)    SULPHUR(5)

029    WHITE CALCITE        M-MA/S-LI        CALCIUM(4)

030    SARD            ALL ENVIROMENTS(-S-DI)    SILICON(5)

031    QUARTZ            ALL ENVIROMENTS        SILICON(5)

032    FLOURITE        ALL IGNEOUS/S-LI    FLOURINE(5)

033    HOWLITE

🤖 AI-enhanced — based on mod data

The Gemstone Collector adds over 220 new gemstones, 12 ores, and 16 alloys to Skyrim, letting you craft 230+ customized weapons, 9 gem armor sets, and 14 dining sets. Collect gem coins to unlock around 500 chests scattered across the world. A content-rich expansion for treasure hunters and crafters.

✨ Key Features

Adds over 220 new gemstones, 12 new ores, and 16 new alloys to mine.
Craft over 230 customized weapons or 9 gem armor sets.
Create 14 different gem dining sets.
Collect gem coins to exchange for gem keys that unlock around 500 gem chests across the world.

📊 Pros & Cons

✅ Pros

  • Huge content drop: 220+ gems, 12 ores, 16 alloys — that's a lot of mining and crafting to sink your teeth into.
  • Community favorite with 1,619 endorsements and over 53k downloads, so it's proven and popular.
  • Adds multiple gameplay loops: mining, crafting, and treasure hunting with coin/key/chest progression.

⚠️ Cons

  • Last updated in 2015 — over a decade old, so compatibility with current Skyrim versions (especially Special Edition) is a real risk.
  • With that many items, expect potential conflicts with other mods that alter leveled lists or crafting recipes.
🎯 Is This For You?
For Skyrim players who love collecting, mining, and crafting — if you want a reason to explore every cave and mine, this is for you. Also great for completionists who enjoy hunting down hundreds of chests. Skip if you're not into item hoarding or if you prefer gameplay overhauls over content additions.
📦 Install:Easy· Under 5 minutes

💡 Beginner Tips

  • If you're on Skyrim Special Edition, check if the mod has a compatible version or use a conversion guide — the original is from 2015.
  • Use a mod manager like Vortex or Mod Organizer 2 to keep track of the many new items and avoid overwriting other mods.
  • Start collecting gem coins early — they're the key to unlocking the 500 chests, so hoard them as you explore.

📊 Mod Details

Game
Skyrim LE Mods
Author
Haxokron
Version
3.5
Downloads
53,111
Endorsements
1,619
Category
Collectables, Treasure Hunts, and Puzzles
Created
4/23/2013
Updated
8/30/2015

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