The First Point of Reference for the Gem and Jewelry Industry
Located on the Gemological Institute of America's Robert Mouawad Campus, the Richard T. Liddicoat Gemological Library and Infomation Center occupies nearly 8,000 square feet of space, the equivalent of four households of information and facilities.

Whether by phone, e-mail, or in person, the Library staff answers the questions of scientists, jewelers, gemologists, and students from every corner of the globe. GIA's expert library staff draws upon a growing collection of 38,000 books, 50,000 photographic images, over 1,000 videos, 300 international periodicals, and the renowned Cartier Rare Book Repository and Archives  to provide "ready reference" in the fields of gemology and jewelry.

The public and members of the trade are welcome to visit the Library in order to use its resources for on-site research. Click here to find out more about visiting the GIA library.

The World's Most Up-To-Date Source of Gemological Information
Covering every topic from store operations and business management...through the latest treatments and synthetics...to the history and science of diamonds, jades, pearls, emeralds, and jewelry, the Richard T. Liddicoat Gemological Library and Information Center is recognized as the first point of reference - and the final word - for gem and jewelry professionals around the world.

Have any questions? Ask a GIA Librarian:

E-mail: library@gia.edu
Phone: 800-421-7250 x4046 or 760-603-4046
Fax: 760-603-4256

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