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GradingDec 23, 2024
GIA Adds Filler Identification to Emerald Reports

Lab clients have the option to request this addition on their emerald reports.

GCAL 8X pear and marquise-cut diamonds
GradingDec 16, 2024
GCAL By Sarine Expands 8X to 2 More Fancy Shapes

The diamond cut grade is now available for marquise- and pear-shaped diamonds.

GradingDec 11, 2024

In a CNBC interview, CEO Tehmasp Printer discussed the IPO in India and what declining lab-grown diamond prices mean for the company.

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Susan Jacques
GradingJan 14, 2025
GIA CEO, President Susan Jacques to Retire at the End of 2025

The grading lab said the search for her successor is underway.

Henry A. Hänni
GradingJan 14, 2025
Former SSEF Director Henry A. Hänni Dies

A pioneering figure in gemology, he is remembered for his spirit of generosity, curiosity, and joy.

Craig Lynch
GradingDec 02, 2024
Jewelry Appraiser Craig Lynch Dies at 70

The industry veteran is remembered for his faith, his dedication to his family, his wealth of knowledge and his generosity in sharing it.

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GradingNov 12, 2024
GIA’s Next-Day Services Return for the Holidays

Offered by the lab since 2016, the holiday season special is good from now through mid-December.

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GradingNov 06, 2024
GIA to Close Lab in Ramat Gan, Israel

The location will close by the end of the year due to it being financially unsustainable, GIA said.

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GradingOct 17, 2024
Renowned Gemologist and Author Alan Hodgkinson Dies at 87

He dedicated his life to researching, writing, and speaking about gemstones in the hope he could inspire others to share his passion.

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GradingSep 17, 2024
GIA To Include Traceability Info on Some Cultured Pearl Reports

The lab will include reference numbers on reports for cultured pearls that contain bead nuclei embedded with an RFID tag.

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GradingSep 16, 2024
Gübelin Opens Lab in Bangkok

The company’s fourth location worldwide will focus on its AI-powered gem document, the Gem Passport.

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GradingAug 27, 2024
IGI Files for IPO in India

The gemological lab is looking to raise up to $477 million.

asteriated diamonds
GradingAug 13, 2024
Star-Shaped Inclusions Spotted in Diamonds

GIA recently examined two asteriated diamonds, weighing about 8 carats each, that it said were notable for their large size and preserved natural forms.

Gübelin academy
GradingJul 30, 2024
Gübelin Academy Bringing Colored Gemstone Course to NYC

Level 1 of its three-level diploma program is coming to its New York lab this September.

Tiffany Stevens
GradingJul 08, 2024
IGI Names Tiffany Stevens to Lead North American Business

Stevens, the former CEO of the Jewelers Vigilance Committee, will succeed Avi Levy.

Gübelin Gem passport
GradingJul 01, 2024
Gübelin Launches Lower-Cost, AI-Powered Gem Report

The Gem Passport is available for emeralds, rubies, and blue sapphires weighing up to 3 carats.

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GradingJun 27, 2024
GIA Debuts Jewelry Report Service

The pilot program will provide grading information for diamond jewelry.

Warren H. Morss, Monica L. Caldwell, Mark T. Cartwright
GradingJun 21, 2024
ASA Elects New Gems and Jewelry Discipline Governor, Members-At-Large

Warren H. Morss is the new governor, while Monica L. Caldwell and Mark T. Cartwright are the members-at-large.

Charles & Colvard moissanite ring
GradingJun 12, 2024
IGI to Grade Charles & Colvard Moissanite

The partnership follows the launch of the jewelry company’s B2B moissanite platform.

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GradingMay 14, 2024
Instappraise Adds Trifold Brochure to Appraisal Offerings

Retailers can customize and print the appraisal brochures from their store.

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GradingApr 23, 2024
GIA Has a New Book About William Ruser

Ruser was known for his figural jewelry with freshwater pearls and for his celebrity clientele.

Printed and digital AGS Ideal grading reports
GradingApr 19, 2024
AGS Ideal Report Now Available in Printed Form

From now through mid-May, GIA will be offering the reports at a 50 percent discount.

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GradingApr 02, 2024
Jewelers Mutual, GIA Launch Scholarship for Aspiring Gemologists

The “Ron Harder Gemological Scholarship” application window is open until April 30.

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GradingMar 26, 2024
IGI Announces Tech for ID’ing Lab-Grown Colored Diamonds

The lab stresses the importance of accurate identification, as the difference in price is “substantial.”

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GradingMar 14, 2024
GIA Has a New Scholarship for High School Students in San Diego

The spring application window closes on March 31.

Brandon H. Pace
GradingMar 07, 2024
GIA Appoints New General Counsel

Attorney Brandon H. Pace will succeed Jennifer Wilson, who is retiring after serving as GIA’s general counsel since 2013.

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GradingFeb 26, 2024
GIA Opens Lab in Dubai

The new DMCC Laboratory at Uptown Tower will initially serve clients in Dubai free trade zones.

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GradingFeb 21, 2024
GIA’s Same-Day Service Now Available Everywhere

The new service, introduced to stem fraud related to lab-grown diamonds, will be offered at no cost for the time being.

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