Resignation of Scott Moore From Fura's Board of Directors

TORONTO, July 17, 2019 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Fura Gems Inc. ("Fura" or the "Company") (TSXV: FURA, OTC: FUGMF and FRA: BJ43) announces the resignation of Scott Moore from the Company's board of directors effective immediately. The board and management of Fura express their gratitude to Mr. Moore for his efforts and extensive contributions and wish him well in his future endeavours.

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About Fura Gems Inc.

Fura Gems Inc. is a gemstone mining and marketing company which is engaged in the mining, exploration and acquisition of gemstone licences. Fura's headquarters are located in Toronto, Canada and its administrative headquarters are located in the Gold Tower, Dubai. Fura is listed on the TSX Venture Exchange under the ticker symbol "FURA".

Fura is engaged in the exploration of resource properties in Colombia and owns a 76% interest in the Coscuez Emerald Mine in Boyacá, Colombia. Fura is also involved in the exploration and mining of rubies in Mozambique through its 80% effective interest in four ruby licences (4392, 3868, 3869 and 6811).

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