A look at the mining and distinguishing characteristics of this naturally vibrant blue sapphire.
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GIA researcher analyses and confirms that De Beers’ Lightbox diamonds are grown using the chemical vapour deposition process.
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Revival jewellery is inspired by the past – and wearing it connects us to the rich history of the beginning of civilisation.
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Bows have been a popular motif and finishing touch in jewellery and fashion from time immemorial, recurring and adapting to reflect the style of the era.
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Looking for a gift for someone special? December’s birthstones offer a treat for every taste, style and personality – even if it’s not their birth month.
Read MoreThis collection of jewellery images illustrates how metalwork techniques showcase gemstone and jewellery designs.
Read MorePresents 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.
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A look at the artistic heritage of the Drehers, an influential family of gem carvers in Idar-Oberstein, Germany.
Read MoreCompares PL spectroscopy data of 48 emerald samples from three countries to evaluate the usefulness of the technique in geographic origin determination.
Read MoreEvaluates the usefulness of Raman spectroscopy in distinguishing the colour varieties of nephrite based on the relative ratio of Mg to Fe concentration.
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