Gemstones and Sustainable Development Knowledge Hub
Projects developed by the GemHub to benefit miners, cutters, and others involved in the gem and jewelry industry.
IAC Conference on Responsible Gold
Gold: Vortex, Virtues, and Values was hosted by Initiatives in Art and Culture (IAC) at Bohemian National Hall in New York City, April 12–13. Now in its eighth year, the conference has become an annual industry gathering for those looking to evaluate the market, discover exceptional work, and discuss key gold-related issues.
Trapiche-like Amethyst from Brazil
Twelve-Rayed Star Sapphire from Thailand
A black star sapphire produced from eastern Thailand, showing both golden and silver rays, is studied at GIA’s Bangkok lab.
D-Color Natural IIa Diamond with Walstromite Inclusion
A diamond is proven to have a superdeep origin through an inclusion of CaSiO3-walstromite.
Gemstone Guidebook Project
A project coordinated by GIA and the NGO Pact provides a valuable educational tool to women miners in Tanzania.
Strong Fluorescence in B-Jade Impregnated with Wax
A bangle is an example of the misconception that B jade is only impregnated by resin, when in fact wax-impregnated jadeite is also considered B-jade.
