The GIA diamond cut grading system described here includes the components of brightness, fire, scintillation, polish and symmetry, as well as weight and durability concerns, into a single overall grade for cut quality for standard round brilliants.
Read MoreThis article, from the Summer 2009 issue of Gems & Gemmology, is a compilation of abstracts of important gemmology-related articles published outside of Gems & Gemmology.
Read MoreA treatise on the design, display, care and repair of fine gemstones.
Read MoreAn overview of some of the most fabulous and famous diamonds that Harry Winston has known.
Read Morethis article reviews the rise of the modern diamond cutting industry in India and its impact on the world diamond trade
Read MoreEight decades after the Cullinan diamond was mined, a team of gemmologists examined the two famous gems that were created from it to become part of the Crown Jewels of England.
Read MoreWith the information from a combination of tools now available, the sophisticated gemmologist can fingerprint a given stone.
Read MoreAn overview of the jewellery produced during the Art Deco period.
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