Presents a group of corundum standards developed by GIA to improve the accuracy and efficiency of its laser ablation–inductively coupled plasma–mass spectrometry (LA-ICP-MS) instruments.
Read MoreCompares the image quality provided by real-time microradiographic imaging (RTX) units fitted with two different detectors: an image intensifier (II) and a flat panel detector (FPD).
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How contrast patterns can increase perceived brightness and optimise a gemstone's appearance.
Read MoreThis article discusses the history and ongoing development of GIA's colour grading system, and explains how its laboratory applies it.
Read MoreModern gemmologists and diamantaires are faced with a broad spectrum of colour and clarity treatments ranging from the simple to the highly sophisticated.
Read MoreHistorically, global rough diamond production has fluctuated greatly due to a myriad of causes, many of which are explored in this article.
Read MoreBuying gems or jewellery can be challenging even when one has access to a fully equipped lab.
Read MoreWith the information from a combination of tools now available, the sophisticated gemmologist can fingerprint a given stone.
Read MoreA mathematical model which can analyse how appearance factors depend on proportions.
Read Morethis article reviews the rise of the modern diamond cutting industry in India and its impact on the world diamond trade
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