“Opal or ruby” crossword clue

Reveal the answer to see why it works and where this clue has appeared before.GEM is the answer to the New York Times crossword clue “Opal or ruby”. It was last seen in the puzzle of March 9, 2026, where it runs at 33 Down and fills 3 squares. It crosses 3 other entries in that grid — those are listed below and are the quickest way to confirm the letters you already have.