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Observations of Oval-, Pear-, and Marquise-Shaped Diamonds: Implications for Fancy Cut Grading
Presents findings from observations of oval-, pear-, and marquise-shaped diamonds, laying the groundwork for a fancy cut grading system.

Generative Artificial Intelligence as a Tool for Jewelry Design
Evaluates the use of generative AI programs in jewelry design and addresses the related ethical, legal, and regulatory challenges.

Amethyst from Newfoundland, Canada: Geology, Internal Features, and Fluid Inclusion Microthermometry
Characterizes gem-quality amethyst from the La Manche deposit in the Avalon Zone of Newfoundland, Canada.

Classification of Gem Materials Using Machine Learning
Explores the application of several machine learning models to complement traditional gem classification approaches.
The Extraordinary Backstory of Natural Diamonds: A Diamond Is (and Has Been) Forever
Examines new developments in the story of diamond formation and their extraction from the earth.

Gems & Gemology at Ninety: A Look to the Future
An overview of the Fall 2024 Gems & Gemology content.

Splendors from the Deep: Historic Treasures from a Spanish Shipwreck
An in-depth look at jewelry recently recovered from a 1715 Spanish shipwreck.


“Cotton Pearl” Imitations
An in-depth look at a new pearl simulant gaining popularity in the fashion jewelry market.

Two Imitation Melo Pearls
GIA’s Hong Kong and Bangkok laboratories report on imitation pearls with a striking resemblance to natural Melo pearls.

Quarterly Crystal: Spessartine in California Quartz
A smoky brown quartz crystal from Ramona, California, plays host to a 3.3 mm reddish orange spessartine.

G&G Facebook Group Surpasses 40,000 Members
Gems & Gemology’s growing community of gem enthusiasts features content from G&G contributors, GIA researchers, and other group members.




