Peridot
Found in lava, meteorites, and deep in the earth’s mantle, yellow-green peridot is the extreme gem


A large specimen of extraterrestrial peridot is analyzed at the Carlsbad laboratory.
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Examination of Burmese peridot with impressive size, color, and clarity reveals a fishbone-shaped inclusion.
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A selection of 74 non-bead cultured and 12 bead cultured pearls grown in cultured pearl sacs and harvested directly from operated mollusks were collected and their internal structures examined using real-time microradiography and X-ray computed microtomography analyses.
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Documents Namak Mandi’s transformation from a salt market to one of Pakistan’s primary gem trading centers, with a look at the commercial activities taking place today.
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Arizona’s scenic desert and mountain landscape is the perfect backdrop for a modern Wild West road trip in search of gem and mineral treasures.
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A look at top-quality gems and insight into a delegation’s visit to gem mines in Myanmar.
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Circumnavigate the boreal reaches of the globe to explore gems from polar regions.
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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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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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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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