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Peridot
Found in lava, meteorites, and deep in the earth’s mantle, yellow-green peridot is the extreme gem
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Fine Gems and Update from Myanmar
A look at top-quality gems and insight into a delegation’s visit to gem mines in Myanmar.
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Gems and Minerals from the Subarctic
Circumnavigate the boreal reaches of the globe to explore gems from polar regions.
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Peridot from the Central Highlands of Vietnam: Properties, Origin, and Formation
Analyzes the gemological and geochemical characteristics of peridot from the Gia Lai province alongside specimens from other localities to gain insight into its formation.
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Designer’s Love of Brazil – and its Gems – Shines in Every Piece She Creates
Karyna Sena, a third-generation gem and jewelry professional, infuses the rich tapestry of Brazil – and her joie de vivre – in each of her designs.
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Shenzhen: The Frontier of China’s Gem and Jewelry Industry
All jewelry professionals are familiar with the city of Shenzhen, a global jewelry manufacturing center and a leader of China’s fast-growing gem and jewelry industry. Join the GIA team as we tour the city and discover more about its leading jewelry brands.
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Color-Change Synthetic Cubic Zirconia as Peridot Imitation
A greenish yellow material set in a ring as a peridot imitation is identified as synthetic cubic zirconia.
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Special Jewelry Collection Showcases Innovative Designs, Techniques
The GIA Museum showcases contemporary jewelry pieces donated by the American Jewelry Design Council.
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The Glory of Green Gems
Green gemstones, which can uplift and heal our spirits, have been popular gem choices ever since we began to adorn ourselves with jewelry.
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Jeweled Butterflies Welcome Spring
The butterfly has enchanted jewelry designers for centuries because of its breathtaking beauty. There’s also another reason this “flying flower” has transfixed the imagination. The butterfly is a universal symbol of transformation.
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