GIA researchers analysed more than 90,000 natural pink diamonds to better understand how these rare and beautiful diamonds formed and got their colour.
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Discusses the mineralogical composition and provenance of this spotted decorative gemstone.
Read MoreExamines 85 saltwater natural pearls, reportedly harvested from the Caribbean islands off the coast of Venezuela during the early 16th century, to determine their age.
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Explores an exceptional family of diamonds, referred to as “CLIPPIR” (Cullinan-like, Large, Inclusion-Poor, Pure, Irregular and Resorbed), that formed in a super-deep environment.
Read MoreThese red, pink and orange hued gems evoke passion and excitement – and are sure-fire accessories for sultry summer days.
Read MoreEvaluates the usefulness of Raman spectroscopy in distinguishing the colour varieties of nephrite based on the relative ratio of Mg to Fe concentration.
Read MoreSuggested Reading on Sapphires and their Inclusions
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Describes the occurrence of iridescence, and the role of differential etching, in quartz crystals from India’s Jalgaon District.
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Reports on a recently discovered eluvial deposit of honey yellow danburite with excellent transparency.
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The humble leaf has captivated jewellery designers for centuries and they’ve transformed it into enduring pieces of beautiful jewellery.
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