the quarterly journal of the gemological institute of america
In This Issue
Natural-Color D-to-Z Diamonds: A Crystal-Clear Perspective
Inclusion and Trace Element Characteristics of Emeralds from Swat Valley, Pakistan
A History of European Royal Jewel Sales, Including Sotheby’s 2018 Auction of Marie Antoinette’s Jewels
Unique Raindrop Pattern of Turquoise from Hubei, China
Vietnam: Shell Nuclei, Pearl Hatcheries, and Pearl Farming
the quarterly journal of the gemological institute of america
Dive Into Fall: Colorless to Near-Colorless Diamonds, Emeralds from Pakistan, a History of European Royal Jewel Sales, and More…
Duncan Pay, Editor-in-Chief
Articles (5)
Natural-Color D-to-Z Diamonds: A Crystal-Clear Perspective
Examines a very large dataset of colorless to near-colorless diamonds submitted to GIA and evaluates their diamond type and spectroscopic properties.
Read MoreInclusion and Trace Element Characteristics of Emeralds from Swat Valley, Pakistan
Presents a detailed study of gemological properties, inclusion features, spectroscopic characteristics, and chemical composition of emeralds from this important source.
Read MoreA History of European Royal Jewel Sales, Including Sotheby’s 2018 Auction of Marie Antoinette’s Jewels
Chronicles important auctions of jewels from European royal collections over the years, with a focus on a recent high-profile sale of items that once belonged to Marie Antoinette.
Read MoreUnique Raindrop Pattern of Turquoise from Hubei, China
Presents spectroscopic and chemical analysis of a new variety of turquoise with a rare raindrop pattern with saturated colors.
Read MoreVietnam: Shell Nuclei, Pearl Hatcheries, and Pearl Farming
Reports on a visit to a shell nucleus manufacturer and two pearl farms in northern Vietnam, which is emerging as a notable producer.
Read MoreRegular Features
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Global coverage of gem sources, notable new gem materials, and recent industry developments.
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