Tao Hsu, Wim Vertriest, Tin Chaw, Nicholas Sturman, Shane McClure, Joyce Wing Yan Ho, and Kevin Schumacher, June 26, 2019

Since 1964, thousands of merchants have repeatedly attended the Myanma Gems Emporium to source premium gemstones produced from the legendary source of Myanmar (formerly Burma).

Russell Shor, June 14, 2019

Decent demand for finished jewelry, but less for loose gems. Plus: Lab-grown diamonds and responsible, sustainable business practices.

Russell Shor, June 14, 2019

Consumers want to know that gemstones, diamonds and precious metals are responsibly sourced.

Russell Shor, May 31, 2019

Learn about the differences – and similarities – between natural and laboratory-grown diamonds, and how GIA’s researchers and grading laboratories can tell the difference

Russell Shor, May 17, 2019

The journey of a cultural landmark from Prussia to Russia. The first room is lost to history; the second is reconstructed by the Soviet Union.

Sharon Bohannon, May 17, 2019

Trapiche emeralds, which display a distinct six-spoke wheel pattern, set the standard as some of the finest and most spectacular crystals unearthed.