This article, from the Summer 2009 issue of Gems & Gemmology, is a compilation of abstracts of important gemmology-related articles published outside of Gems & Gemmology.
Read MoreGem-quality rubies and pink to purple sapphires are being recovered from the Luc Yen and Quy Chau mining regions of Vietnam.
Read MoreChina has identified many deposits with significant potential to produce gemstones; various species are discussed.
Read MoreThe sapphire deposit at Penglai, on Hainan Island, is potentially the largest in China.
Read MoreDuring the past 25 years, the corundum market has been transformed from one of medium to high-priced gems to one that encompasses nearly all price ranges.
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