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Difference between Diamond State and Gem State

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Diamond State, the—(U.S.) a nickname of the State of Delaware:

  • Long called the Diamond State, a name arising from a quotation attributed to Jefferson … Delaware’s resources are varied and rich.

Gem State, the—(U.S.) a nickname of the State of Idaho:

  • Idaho’s nickname, the “Gem State,” is well deserved due to the 80 varieties of gemstones found within her borders.