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Amber is nature’s time capsule. This fossilized tree resin contains remnants of life on earth millions of years ago.
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Topaz Journey
Honey yellow. Fiery orange. Cyclamen pink. Icy blue. In warm or cool tones, topaz is a lustrous and brilliant gem
Abstracts; Summer 1991
From the Summer 1991 issue of Gems & Gemology, a summary of important gemology-related articles published in other journals.
Finds from the Secondary Market
Dave Bindra shows some noteworthy pieces he obtained on the secondary market and shares his thoughts on the state of the colored stones market.
Spray of Columbite Crystals in Topaz
A cluster of bladed columbite crystals is identified in colorless topaz.
Spring 2007 Gem News International
A compilation of gem news from around the world, covering topics such as localities, unusual gem materials, market news, new products, discoveries, jewelry manufacturing techniques, and industry trends.
Spring 2008 Gem News International
Altering the Color of Topaz
A review of the various techniques in use today to change colorless topaz to a variety of hues.
Spring 1998 G&G; Lab Notes
Spring 2001 Gem News International
Winter 1995 G&G; Lab Notes
This section, from the Winter 1995 issue of Gems & Gemology, is a compilation of interesting finds from GIA’s laboratories.
Spring 1983 Gem News International
A compilation of gem news from around the world, covering topics such as localities, unusual gem materials, market news, new products, discoveries, jewelry manufacturing techniques, and industry trends.
