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The symbol of medicine, the caduceus (wings on each side of the top of a staff with two snakes intertwined around it) stabbing thru the coronavirus. A garnet sits at the top of the staff.

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Jeweller Creates ‘Medal of Honour’ Brooch to Recognise Coronavirus Healthcare Fighters

Amanda J. Luke, May 14, 2020

GIA graduate Franco Valobra creates a commemorative brooch to recognise healthcare workers on the front line of the coronavirus battle for survival.

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A Case of Mistaken Identity?

Sharon Bohannon, October 20, 2017

Don’t judge a gem by colour alone. Many clues can help you identify gems of similar colours.

A view from behind of a bejeweled winged insect.

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A Glittering Garden: A Menagerie of Designs from Mother Nature

Sharon Bohannon, May 18, 2018

Delightful garden creatures and flowers are favourite subjects that transform beautifully into Victorian, Art Nouveau and modern jewellery designs.

A round, bright red gem displayed on a dark gray background.

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The Red Hot Gems of Summer

Sharon Bohannon, August 21, 2017

These red, pink and orange hued gems evoke passion and excitement – and are sure-fire accessories for sultry summer days.

A man and three women pose in front of India setting.

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Find out how GIA connected with alumni and friends at the 2019 Tucson shows.

Amanda J. Luke, March 2, 2019

GIA hosts a variety of events and exhibitions in Tucson each year. Find out how GIA connected with alumni and friends at the 2019 Tucson shows.

The gems spell out “The 2000th Gem Stone Design.”

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Gemstone ‘Paintings’ Tell Story of a Master Craftsman, Gem and Jewellery Mentor

Jaime Kautsky, April 27, 2018

A jeweller who quietly built up a circle of inspiration and influence lives on in generations of GIA-educated jewellers and gemmologists.

Four people pose with a cardboard representation of Richard T. Liddicoat.

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2018 Tucson Events Encourage Alumni to Connect with GIA – and Each Other

Amanda J. Luke, March 9, 2018

Alumni celebrate Richard T. Liddicoat in Tucson. Winner of Gianmaria Buccellati Foundation Award for Excellence in Jewelry Design announced.

Art Deco-inspired necklace featuring blue sapphire, tanzanite, diamonds and enamel. An ornate pendant hangs from a chain with stations of embellished links in between the chain.

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2017 Gianmaria Buccellati Foundation Award for Excellence in Jewelry Design Showcases Jewellery Art

Amanda J. Luke, March 2, 2018

The grand prize winner of the 2017 Gianmaria Buccellati Foundation Award for Excellence in Jewelry Design is named.

Fabergé figures of Chamber Cossacks A.A. Kudinov and N.N. Pustynnikov

Fabergé Cossack Figures Created from Russian Gemstones

Timothy Adams and Christel Ludewig McCanless, August 3, 2016

Hardstone figures of two Russian imperial bodyguards, commissioned in 1912 by Nicholas II, demonstrate the House of Fabergé’s meticulous detail and craftsmanship.

Sally Agarwal’s bracelet features 87 polki cut diamonds.

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Polki Diamonds: A ‘New’ Fashion Statement from Mogul India

Russell Shor, April 11, 2016

Old becomes new when polki diamond, one of the oldest forms of cut diamond, finds new life in Western jewellery designers’ pieces.

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