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GIA is a nonprofit, independent organization committed to protecting all consumers of gemstones by setting and maintaining universal standards for determining gemstone quality. The Institute translates its groundbreaking gemological research into practical applications that inform its instrument development, its laboratory services such as diamond grading and gemstone identification services, and its renowned educational programs. GIA shares its body of knowledge with the public and the industry through its many communications vehicles. Such avenues include the GIA Library, the quarterly scientific journal Gems & Gemology, the e-newsletter GIA Insider, and through our work with the media.

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  • GIA Museum Shines Spotlight on Rare Book Collection

    CARLSBAD, Calif. – Jan. 26, 2012 – GIA’s (Gemological Institute of America) latest museum exhibit, Tablet to Tablet: Treasured Pages from Past to Present, showcases more than 26,000 pages from rare books on gems, minerals, and natural science dating back to the 15th century. The collection is on display at the GIA museum in Carlsbad and will be open to the public until early summer 2012. Read more.

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  • From Gems & Gemology: Winter Issue Features Dyed Ethiopian Opal, Diamond Symmetry Grading

    CARLSBAD, Calif. – Jan. 25, 2012 – The Winter 2011 issue of GIA’s (Gemological Institute of America) Gems & Gemology (G&G) examines a new dyed purple opal, GIA’s diamond symmetry grading boundaries, and more. Read more.

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  • Cupid’s Arrow Aims to Dazzle in 2012

    CARLSBAD, Calif. – Jan. 19, 2012 – While budgeting remains a priority in the new year, consumers continue to celebrate holidays, birthdays and anniversaries with gifts of jewelry. And with around 10 percent of engagements occurring on or around Valentine’s Day, the most romantic holiday of the year sees a fair share of diamonds and colored gemstones. Read more.

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  • GIA Offerings at the 2012 Tucson Shows

    CARLSBAD, Calif. – Jan. 17, 2012 – GIA (Gemological Institute of America) will feature laboratory services, free seminars, classes and other offerings from Jan. 30 through Feb. 12 at the Tucson Convention Center during the American Gem Trade Association (AGTA) GemFair™ and the Tucson Gem and Mineral Show. Read more.

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