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.
Two Imitation Melo Pearls
GIA’s Hong Kong and Bangkok laboratories report on imitation pearls with a striking resemblance to natural Melo pearls.
Fireworks Display in Russian Emerald
The inclusion scene in a Russian emerald resembles fireworks illuminating a night sky.
Almandine Garnet from Phu Tho, Vietnam
Reports on the study of garnet samples from a source in northern Vietnam.
“Cotton Pearl” Imitations
An in-depth look at a new pearl simulant gaining popularity in the fashion jewelry market.
Iridescent Tubes in Pezzottaite
A large purplish pink pezzottaite with growth banding and tube inclusions is examined in the Carlsbad laboratory.
Hedenbergite in Quartz
Examination of polished quartz samples reveals crystal inclusions identified as hedenbergite and sphalerite.
Laboratory-Grown Diamonds: An Update on Identification and Products Evaluated at GIA
Reviews the advancements and major trends in laboratory-grown diamonds observed by GIA since 2007.
Micro-Features of Tourmaline
Provides a visual guide to the internal features of tourmaline as well as tourmaline inclusions in other gem hosts.
Square-Shaped Cloud in Diamond
A natural faceted diamond displays a prominent square-shaped cloud under the table.
Gemological and Trace Element Characteristics of Cassiterite from Yunling, China
Examines gem-quality cassiterite from southwest China and analyzes trace element chemistry to distinguish it from Bolivian cassiterite.
Gem-Quality Anorthoclase Feldspar from Southeast Vietnam
Characterizes an anorthoclase variety of alkali feldspar found in southeast Vietnam and evaluates its potential for commercial use.
Large Natural Diamonds with Asteriated Cloud Inclusions
Two natural diamonds containing cloud inclusions that resemble stars are examined in the Carlsbad laboratory.
GIA Student Design Showcase
A GIA student from the New York campus receives recognition for a necklace design featuring diamonds, lavender jade, and akoya pearls.
Akoya Cultured Pearl Prize in an Arcade-Style Claw Game
Arcade-style games in Japan dispense akoya pearl jewelry as prizes.
Hammered Effect in a Worked Pearl
A natural saltwater pearl displays the optical illusion of a bumpy texture.
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