Unusual Cat’s-Eye Omphacite Fei Cui Jade
A unique jade cabochon with vivid green bodycolor and pronounced chatoyancy is examined at a lab in Shanghai.
Natural Diamond with Extensive Network of Etch Channels
Numerous etch channels are observed in a 5.19 ct type IIa natural diamond.
A Gemological and Spectroscopic Study with Mobile Instruments of “Emeralds” from the Coronation Crown of Napoleon III
An examination of 45 gems from the coronation crown of Napoleon III, using nondestructive mobile spectroscopic and gemological testing methods.
A Look at Diamonds and Diamond Mining in Guyana
Reports on diamonds from Guyana’s alluvial deposits, including mining history and practices.
The Shape of Ekanite
Discusses the unusual surface characteristics of ekanite from secondary deposits in Sri Lanka.
Extraterrestrial-Like Inclusion in Mozambique Ruby
A 3.03 ct stone submitted to GIA’s Bangkok laboratory was identified as a ruby from Mozambique with no indication of heating.
Rare Blue Apatite Inclusion in Smoky Quartz
A very light blue hexagonal apatite inclusion is observed in natural smoky quartz.
Mercury Free Mining Pilot Program
Stephen M. Avery: Celebrating Half a Century in Gem Cutting
Approaching his 50th anniversary in the business, Stephen M. Avery (Lakewood, Colorado) reflected on his journey to becoming an award-winning lapidary artist, detailing his signature cuts and gem sets and offering advice to up-and-coming gemstone cutters.
Blue Sapphire Lord of the Rings Pendant
Yellow Topaz from Germany, Emerald Mining in Austria’s Habachtal Region, a Return to Tucson, and More…
New Record Size for CVD Laboratory-Grown Diamond
The New York laboratory reports on a new record size for CVD laboratory-grown diamond.
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