FEATURE  ARTICLES

GOLD SHEEN SAPPHIRES - REVISITING THIS NEW SPECIES
Discovered in a remote part of Kenya about a decade ago, a new species of sapphire first came onto the market in 2014. Realizing the potential of these rough gems when he first saw them, Tanzim Khan, a Bangkok-based gem dealer, purchased the mine's entire production. 
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BROOCHING THE SUBJECT...
The brooch has been enjoying renewed interest over the last few years. From its utilitarian roots in the Bronze Age to today’s beautiful designs in precious gems, the brooch has seen its popularity rise and fall. Today, though,  we can definitely say it is worth brooching the subject. 
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THE JOURNEY TOWARDS RESPONSIBILITY
Today, consumers are increasingly concerned about the environmental and social impact of the products they buy—from clothing to footwear, from food to beverages, and, yes, from gemstones to finished jewelry. Richa Goyal Sikri examines some of the efforts involved in responsible and ethical sourcing of gemstones. Read More

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LAS VEGAS JEWELRY WEEK - CREATIVE COLOR, MIXED SALES
Held at the end of May 2019, the annual Jewelry Week in Las Vegas has become a fixture on the North American jewelry calendar. It covers everything from cash-and-carry mass-production items to elaborate one-of-a-kind designer creations. Here is a look at some of the beautiful creations seen during the week.  Read More

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THE EVOLUTION OF GEMSHADES
Artist Naomi Hinds gives new meaning to the term "Through Rose-Colored Glasses" with her original sunglasses made of gemstones. Read More

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REVISITING COLOMBIA'S EMERALD MINES
Having visited several of the major emerald mines in Colombia a few years ago, I was delighted to return to the nation recently to see new mines and revisit others. Read More

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NEWS, VIEWS, BOOKS & MORE

 NEW MINERAL SPECIES CONFIRMED
In the Gem world, new discoveries are not that common. Recently, however, researchers from GIA, in collaboration with scientists from the California Institute of Technology, have confirmed a new mineral species, which they have named "johnkoivulaite," Read More

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INTERVIEWS WITH TEN EXPATS WHO CALL THAILAND HOME
There is a growing number of expatriates from around the world who not only manufacture in Thailand, but also call the country "home." In this article, ten expatriates, in alphabetical order, share their reasons for working and living in the Land of Smiles. Read More

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GEMGENÈVE – AN AGORA
OF LUXURY
There is a new star on the global gem and jewelry calendar. Last May, GemGenève attracted an increase of 42% in the number of exhibitors for its second edition held in Geneva, an admirable feat given the current state of decline in trade shows. Read More

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GLENN LEHRER’S
​QUEST OF THE INDESCRIBABLE
​The world of gemstones is full of wonders. And, one of these wonders is the art of carving Nature’s amazing creations to illuminate even further their splendor. To better understand this art and the relationship of the artist to his subject, we turn to a wonderful book by Glenn Lehrer, an American artist-carver extraordinaire. Read More

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