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Yes there are some cultural differences and colour preferences and these will determine the market rate in those countries but I don't believe it affects the price in others too much. Exceptions to the rule are when the gemstone (good specimens) are becoming hard to purchase i.e. Paraiba Tourmaline - I believe there was a huge market in them for Japan and gems were being sold for high amounts.