Tag Archives: gemmology

CGA to celebrate 60 years at fall conference June 19, 2018 The Canadian Gemmological Association will mark a milestone this year at its annual Gem Conference. + Read More

Diamond identification course coming to Toronto May 7, 2018 This summer, the Canadian Gemmological Association is offering a new class that will help gemmologists determine whether their diamonds are the real deal. + Read More

New award honours gemmological excellence February 27, 2018 CGA has issued a call for nominations for its inaugural Diamond Award, which is intended to celebrate significant contributions to gemmology. + Read More

Resurrecting the queen of gems December 18, 2017 People have started reconsidering pearls. Classic, timeless, and beautiful, these gems are a strong alternative to more expensive materials like gold. + Read More

The gem of our generation: Celebrating tanzanite’s 50 years of beauty December 7, 2017 Considered rarer than diamond, tanzanite has been known for its rich blue to purplish colour range since its discovery in 1967. It remains one of the most sought-after gemstones in the industry. + Read More

Deciphering gemstones: Equipping retailers to optimize sales November 1, 2017 Whether it is the differences in diamond grading reports or how to incorporate computer-assisted design (CAD) into a business, self-learning and empowering oneself with knowledge can only increase success. + Read More

Gem watch: Are spinels the next ‘big thing?’ August 16, 2017 There’s no doubt, spinels, a gem often confused with rubies and sapphires, are gaining popularity. With its hardness of eight on the Mohs scale ranging from transparent to opaque, this gemstone will be taking the market by storm in no time. + Read More

Knowledge is power: The global diamond industry responds to its synthetic counterpart April 26, 2017 This year marked a great deal of change and challenges for the global diamond industry as it made a stand against the influx of synthetics entering the market. + Read More

‘Kashmir-like’ sapphires from Madagascar enter gem trade April 13, 2017 The Swiss Gemmological Institute (SSEF) has analyzed many sapphires ranging from five to 50 carats originating in the Bemainty/ Ambatondrazaka region of Madagascar. + Read More

Researchers encouraged to apply for postdoctoral fellowships at GIA campuses January 5, 2017 The GIA (Gemological Institute of America) is inviting qualified candidates to apply for Richard T. Liddicoat Postdoctoral Research Fellowships at its New York and Carlsbad, Calif., campuses. + Read More