In some cases if you review the AD&D First Edition rules, some spells required the use of components (roots, berries, leaves, etc). I would have to pull out my ragged Players Handbook, but I would almost bet that there were some spells that required the use of a gem as a component. I know that some of the artifacts from the First Edition game had gems used in them (ie Gem Encrusted Dagger). But from what I can tell, the only thing you need here is casting time. Unless, of course, BI is going to put them to use at some point in a future expansion module.
At this point, I give them all to my cleric who has the best charisma and she sells them for the party.
Lord Teppenwolfe
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