Where does “gem” come from?

gem (Danish) comes from Danish gemme, from Latin gemma — A bud or eye of a plant; A gem, gemstone, jewel,...

gem (Danish): imperative of gemme

Definitions

Step	Language	Word	Meaning
1	Danish	gemme	to hide, conceal; to save; to harbor
2	Latin	gemma	A bud or eye of a plant; A gem, gemstone, jewel,...