The quarterly journal of the gemological institute of america
EDITORIAL
Eighty Years and Still Going Strong
Duncan Pay, Editor-in-Chief
G&G starts 2014 with renewed anticipation and the strongest intention to build on
the many notable innovations that shaped the journal in previous years.
Articles (4)
Near-Colorless HPHT Synthetic Diamonds from AOTC Group
Presents the gemological and spectroscopic properties of a suite of synthetic diamonds grown by AOTC using high pressure and high temperature.
Exploring the Chinese Gem and Jewelry Industry
Examines China’s eminent role in the gem and jewelry industry, as a manufacturer and a consumer market, and its impact on the global trade.
Hunting for “Jedi” Spinels in Mogok
Documents a series of visits to Myanmar in search of exceptionally bright pinkish red spinels possessing no dark tones.
A Look Inside a Remarkably Large Beaded South Sea Cultured Pearl
A study of the nacre and the cavity of a large Pinctada maxima cultured pearl yields a theory on the specimen’s formation.
Regular Features
GEM NEWS INTERNATIONAL
Global coverage of gem sources, notable new gem materials, and recent industry developments.
GEMOLOGICAL ABSTRACTS
Summaries of important gem and jewelry articles recently published elsewhere.
THE DR. EDWARD J. GÜBELIN
MOST VALUABLE ARTICLE AWARD
Recent Advances in Understanding the Geology of Diamonds
Steven B. Shirey and James E. Shigley
