Board Thread:Off-topic/@comment-26466194-20151213014125/@comment-25908355-20151213170436

(Actually, readiation can harm gems depending on the type.

Gamma radiation would do bugger all, since they're just high-energy photons.

Apha radiation wouldn't do much if the gems are wearing clothing, since even a sheet of paper can block it.

Beta radiation can damage the DNA structure, meaning that it may be dangerous.

Neutron radiation can seriously mess with tissue, and will cause cancer.)