Gemmological photojournalist Robert Weldon shares the stories behind some of his favourite photos.
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Gem cutters - whether “gem whisperers” or mathematicians - create breathtakingly artistic individual gems and sculptures.
Read MoreDesigner specialises in Maine tourmaline, precision faceting, fantasy-cut gemstones and custom-designed jewellery.
Read MoreJDT programme gives designer the skills and techniques – and freedom – to create the designs that move past the trends.
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Learn the basics of the GIA Cut Grading System for round brilliant cut diamonds to help pick out your perfect diamond.
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An emerald with strong colour zoning along the pavilion facets demonstrates the importance of cutting and orientation in gem materials.
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Many beautiful older diamonds are cut to different proportions than modern round brilliants, which makes them a challenge to grade according to modern cut conventions. This article describes how the GIA accommodates these historic gems.
Read MoreFind out why the number of very large diamonds entering the market has increased sharply in the last few years.
Read MoreThe 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.
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Enter a world not well-known in the West—the world of the maharajas and their jewellery, coveted by the modern-day moguls of business, entertainment and royalty. See the fantastic works of art made today in the form of enamelled Kundan meena jewellery and the regal look of polki diamonds.
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