> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.piratenation.game/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.piratenation.game/learn/the-game/gems.md).

# Gems

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Gems are Pirate Nation’s in-game hard currency and their utilities are sinks for $PIRATE.

Gems are non-transferable, can only be purchased using $PIRATE, and will be used for a number of gameplay-enhancing benefits, such as:

* Purchasing additional energy
* Speeding up timers on certain quests
* Topping off questing & crafting prerequisites
* Participating in certain game modes and events, and more

Gems went live in Pirate Nation at $PIRATE’s TGE.

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Gems can currently only be purchased at <https://piratenation.game/shop> for $PIRATE in 3 quantities. The amount of $PIRATE charged for Gems may be be adjusted by the team at any point in order to ensure balance in gameplay progression and the game economy.

Note that Gems purchases can take 10-15 minutes to show up in your Pirate Nation account.


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