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Sapphire
The name “sapphire” can also apply to any corundum that’s not ruby red, another corundum variety.
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G&G Announces Most Valuable Article Awards
G&G announces the winners of the Dr. Edward J. Gübelin Most Valuable Article Awards for 2019.
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Coronavirus May Cut Chinese Demand, Diamond Companies See Better Times
The economic impact of the coronavirus in mainland China and Hong Kong. Plus, an update on the diamond market and gold jewelry.
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The Geographic Origin Dilemma
An overview of the geographic origin complexities facing the gem and jewelry industry today.
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Geology of Corundum and Emerald Gem Deposits
Over the last two decades, knowledge of the formation of gem deposits has improved significantly. This article reviews the state of our knowledge of the geology and genesis of gem corundum and emerald deposits.
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Field Gemology: Building a Research Collection and Understanding the Development of Gem Deposits
With more than 90 field expeditions on six continents since 2008, GIA has accumulated over 22,000 colored stone reference samples. This extensive collection of colored stones with known origins supports GIA’s research on geographic origin determination.
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A Review of Analytical Methods Used in Geographic Origin Determination of Gemstones
Geographic origin determination relies on a combination of gemological observations and advanced analytical tools. This contribution reviews the analytical methods commonly used to establish origin.
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Geographic Origin Determination of Blue Sapphire
In some cases, the value of a sapphire depends strongly on its geographic origin. This article details the origin data GIA has collected for blue sapphire and describes its methodology for using the data in geographic origin determination.
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The Curious Life of Patrick O’Shea: From Ballistics Detective to Gemologist and Jewelry Designer
Patrick O’Shea’s life’s journey has led him down many career paths until they all came together as a designer who specializes in masonic jewelry.
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Jewelry Sales Show Modest Rise; Higher End Soars
U.S. holiday jewelry sales increased slightly from 2018. Online buying surged, while foot traffic in retail stores slowed.
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2019 in Review: Diamond Trade Begins Recovery, Jewelry Retail Blooms Late, Extraordinary Auction Sales
2019: A year of ups and downs in the gem and jewelry industry, including diamonds, retail, auction sales and laboratory-grown diamonds.
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