The Gemstone Collector - Mystic Legacy

⭐ ⭐ (437 endorsements) 📥 15,660 downloads 📌 v2.91 📅 12/27/2017
🟠 Updated over a year ago

By Haxokron · Collectables, Treasure Hunts, and Puzzles

⬇ Download Mod Source: Nexus Mods 📅 Updated: 5/3/2025 📅 Created: 12/27/2017
⚠️ Install Order · 5 steps
1🛠️ SKSE64 — Skyrim Script Extender 64 Download ↗
2🔧 USSEP — Unofficial Skyrim Special Edition Patch Download ↗
3🖥️ SkyUI — SkyUI (MCM framework) Download ↗
4🧩 Address Library — Address Library for SKSE Plugins Download ↗
5🔧 SSE Engine Fixes — SSE Engine Fixes Download ↗

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

🔍 Analysis

  • 👍 2.8% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
  • 🏆 #3 of 8 Collectables, Treasure Hunts, and Puzzles mods in this game by downloads

📋 About This Mod

THIS MOD IS NOT BEING WORKED ON ANYMORE - IVE MOVED ON TO MODDING OBLIVION REMASTERED IN PREPARATION

FOR ELDER SCROLLS 6 AND WILL BE PERSONALLY REMODELLING ALL OF MY ROUGH AND CUT GEMSTONES

ANYONE WHO WANTS TO TAKE THIS MOD, FIX/CLEAN/ADD/FINISH IS MORE THAN WELCOME TO TRY.

NO PERMISSIONS REQUIRED FROM ME IF YOU RELEASE UPDATES/CONTINUATIONS OF THIS MOD, I WILL PROVIDE LINKS HERE IF REQUESTED

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RELEASED AS A V3. 0 BETA

- adds gem home, gem store and botanic garden towards the west of skyrim as 'lost continent'

- gem store contains a gem/coin trading system for future ambitions to the mod

- adds lapis lazuli armor (craftable on jewelers forge)

- adds 25 gemstone masks (need to use the diamond wheel to cut the gem skulls to craft)

- adds 10 new firewood

- adds a whole range of new food (only on the island)

- adds new crafting tables specifically for gemstones (only on the island)

- reduced some weights with ingots

CURRENTLY WORKING ON...

- added dyes to Lapidary Grinder

- added 1 weapon, 23 armor sets and 10 loose armor pieces

- removed holding-gem requirement to view what can be crafted (weapons, armors and jewellery)

(diamond wheel still requires you to be holding the rough gem or gem skull to see what is craftable)

- added flawless versions of the rough-variant vanilla stones and now you can cut the rough into the vanilla cut gems

(^^^--for example, there are 2 possible rough amethyst you can mine, both look the same, but 50/50 chance you get a flaw/flawless gem after cutting it)

- updating/shortening texture paths on ALL objects in the mod to combat missing texture issues

- vanilla mining ores re-textured (for now, just gold and silver) <-- also increased probability of finding gemstones in vanilla ores, especially iron

- visual Improvements on ingots and ores (gold and silver replace vanilla)

- visual Improvements on vanilla cut gems (revalued in relation to this mod's gemstones - also revalued vanilla jewellery)

- completely redesigned the cut gems from V2. 0 <- thanks to Saerileth!!! The next update will have exactly 200 gems cuttable! (not counting vanilla gems)

- completely revamped the currency system (Gold = is now Septims (but specifically copper)     silver/gold/platinum/gem coins all have unique looks)

(so a quick warning when i release this, sell your copper coins, because they wont exist as they are)

- devalued silver and copper both by half. Consequently, specifically to copper/silver in gem-trading system, required major changes

- visual Improvements on ALL copper, silver, gold and platinum objects thru-out

🤖 AI-enhanced — based on mod data

The Gemstone Collector - Mystic Legacy adds 22 new mining ores, over 300 new gemstones, and 50 hidden mining grottos to Skyrim, plus hundreds of gem treasures and jewelry in V2.0. It's a substantial content expansion for players who enjoy mining and collecting, with 437 endorsements and 15,660 downloads.

✨ Key Features

Adds 22 new realistic mining ores to the game.
Includes over 300 new gemstones to mine, loot, and trade.
Adds 50 new mining grottos hidden around Skyrim.
V2.0 adds hundreds of different gem treasures and jewelry.

📊 Pros & Cons

✅ Pros

  • Solid community backing with 437 endorsements and over 15k downloads.
  • Huge content boost for mining fans—22 ores and 300+ gems is a lot of new loot.
  • Hidden grottos give explorers a reason to revisit familiar caves and mountains.

⚠️ Cons

  • Last updated in May 2025—might not be fully compatible with the latest Skyrim patches or mods.
  • Potential conflicts with other mining or loot overhaul mods that alter leveled lists or ore veins.
  • The description is vague on how the new ores and gems integrate with crafting or economy—could be unbalanced.
🎯 Is This For You?
For Skyrim players who love the mining and looting loop and want a massive expansion of ores, gems, and hidden locations. Also great for collectors who enjoy hunting down every unique treasure. Skip if you're not into mining or if you prefer gameplay overhauls that change combat or magic.
📦 Install:Easy· Under 1 minute

💡 Beginner Tips

  • Since this mod adds new ores and gems, check if it's compatible with your other mods that affect mining or loot—load order matters.
  • Use a mod manager to install and easily disable if you run into conflicts with other content mods.
  • Explore the new grottos—they're hidden, so keep an eye out for unusual rock formations or map markers.

📊 Mod Details

Game
Skyrim Mods
Author
Haxokron
Version
2.91
Downloads
15,660
Endorsements
437
Category
Collectables, Treasure Hunts, and Puzzles
Created
12/27/2017
Updated
5/3/2025

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