In Memoriam: Heitor Barbosa
More on Virtu Gem’s Ethical Supply Chain Practices
An update on Virtu Gem’s mission to improve artisanal mining and gem trading practices in Kenya, Malawi, and Zambia.
Trapiche Garnet from Vietnam
A rare occurrence of 14 trapiche patterns is observed in a garnet sample from Vietnam.
A Unique Omphacite Jade Pendant
37th International Gemmological Conference
A report from the 37th IGC, held in late October 2023 in Tokyo.
Fall 2023 Auction Highlights
Large blue and pink diamonds were among the top lots of the fall auction season, including the most expensive auction jewel of 2023.
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