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The Very Deep Origin of the World’s Biggest Diamonds

Evan M. Smith, Steven B. Shirey, and Wuyi Wang

January 26, 2018

Explores an exceptional family of diamonds, referred to as “CLIPPIR” (Cullinan-like, Large, Inclusion-Poor, Pure, Irregular, and Resorbed), that formed in a superdeep environment.

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<em>Gota de Aceite</em> in an emerald from Zambia.

Gota de Aceite in a Zambian Emerald

Nicole Ahline

January 26, 2018

A phenomenon usually seen in Colombian emeralds is found in a specimen from Zambia.

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Book Review: Making Steampunk Jewellery

March 5, 2018

Review of Making Steampunk Jewellery by Nikki Druce.

A heart-shaped piece of pink drusy hangs from a gold chain.

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Dreamy Drusy: Minute Crystals Shimmer in Dramatic Designs

Sharon Bohannon

March 16, 2018

Drusy jewelry has surged in popularity in recent years. Celebrities wear it on the red carpet and designers clamor for it at gem shows.

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Exhibition Review: Green Diamonds: Natural Radiance

Jennifer-Lynn Archuleta

March 15, 2018

Review of Green Diamonds: Natural Radiance at the Natural History Museum of Los Angeles.

A 2.11 carat radiant shaped Fancy red diamond in a spotlight

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Is the Swan Song for Argyle Pink Diamonds Close at Hand?

Russell Shor

March 15, 2018

The flow of Argyle fancy pink diamonds may end in 2020 if prices for the other stones the mine produces don’t improve. Plus: More diamond updates.

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2018: A Banner Year for GIA Alumni to Stay Connected and Informed

Kate Donovan

March 7, 2018

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