Presents a group of corundum standards developed by GIA to improve the accuracy and efficiency of its laser ablation–inductively coupled plasma–mass spectrometry (LA-ICP-MS) instruments.
Read MoreEnter a world not well-known in the West—the world of the maharajas and their jewelry, coveted by the modern-day moguls of business, entertainment, and royalty. See the fantastic works of art made today in the form of enameled Kundan meena jewelry and the regal look of polki diamonds.
Read MoreA treatise on the design, display, care and repair of fine gemstones.
Read MoreThe Elahera gem field currently provides approximately 35% of the gemstones exported from Sri Lanka.
Read MoreThis article, from the Fall 2009 issue of Gems & Gemology, is a compilation of abstracts of important gemology-related articles published outside of Gems & Gemology.
Read MoreThe second in the series, "Sapphire: A Crystal With Many Facets," this article looks at several advanced growth techniques.
Read MoreAn overview and commentary on the 2012 Journal of Gemmology article, “Flux-grown synthetic alexandrites from Creative Crystals Inc.”
Read MoreThe third in the series, "Sapphire: A Crystal With Many Facets," this article looks at various emerging applications for synthetic sapphire.
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