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Gem-A Welcomes Jewelry Television (JTV) as Platinum Sponsor for Annual Gemmology Conference

Gem-A Welcomes Jewelry Television (JTV) as Platinum Sponsor for Annual Gemmology Conference

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The leading American retailer continues long-term relationship with the world’s longest established provider of gem and jewellery education. NEW! Gem-A Conference app available for the first time Press Release: October 2018 Gem-A (The Gemmological Association of Great Britain) is pleased to announce that Jewelry Television (JTV) will support its annual…

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World-Renowned Jewellery Artist, Wallace Chan, to Speak at Gem-A Conference 2018

World-Renowned Jewellery Artist, Wallace Chan, to Speak at Gem-A Conference 2018

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The Hong Kong-based jewellery artist will showcase his innovations on the opening day of the Gem-A Conference in November. Press Release: August 2018 Gem-A (the Gemmological Association of Great Britain) will welcome internationally-recognised jewellery artist, Wallace Chan, to its annual Gem-A Conference opening on November 3, 2018. Mr. Chan will…

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Gem Empathy Award Returns for IJL 2018 with Dazzling Gemstone Prize

Gem Empathy Award Returns for IJL 2018 with Dazzling Gemstone Prize

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Hosted with IJL exhibitor, Gem-A, the competition gives exhibitors the chance to win a beautiful gemstone by world-renowned cutter, John Dyer. International Jewellery London (IJL) is pleased to announce the return of Gem-A’s Gem Empathy Award, which gives IJL 2018 exhibitors the chance to win a spectacular, fancy-cut gemstone for…

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An Endowed Chair in Gemology: First of its Kind in the World

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The RealReal, the leading authenticated luxury consignment company, today announced a first-of-its-kind collaboration with the University of Arizona to create a new degree program for gemology. The RealReal is funding an endowed chair in the UA College of Science with the intent of helping the University of Arizona develop new…

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Birthstone Guide: Pearls for Those Born in June

Birthstone Guide: Pearls for Those Born in June

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Birthstone Guide: Ruby for Those Born in July

Birthstone Guide: Ruby for Those Born in July

Those born in July can call the resplendent ruby their birthstone. To find out more about this historically significant and...

Understanding Spinel: The Alternative August Birthstone

Understanding Spinel: The Alternative August Birthstone

The varied hues of spinel have been admired for hundreds of years, but this gemstone only recently found its place...

Birthstone Guide: Opal for Those Born in October

Birthstone Guide: Opal for Those Born in October

The captivating opal is the birthstone for all those born in October. Here, Gem-A tutor Lily Faber FGA DGA EG...

Birthstone Guide: Citrine for Those Born in November

Birthstone Guide: Citrine for Those Born in November

As we enter the dark winter months, November’s birthstone citrine offers rays of warm yellow-orange sunshine. Here, gemmology tutor Lily...

Birthstone Guide: Emerald for Those Born in May

Birthstone Guide: Emerald for Those Born in May

Those born in May are lucky enough to count emerald as their birthstone. Here, Gem-A gemmology tutor, Lily Faber FGA...

Birthstone Guide: Diamond for Those Born in April

Birthstone Guide: Diamond for Those Born in April

Those born in the month of April can count the illustrious and historically significant diamond as their birthstone. Here, Gem-A...

Why is Bloodstone the Alternative March Birthstone?

Why is Bloodstone the Alternative March Birthstone?

Chances are you've heard of the March birthstone aquamarine... but did you know there are actually two gems associated with...

Birthstone Guide: Amethyst for Those Born in February

Birthstone Guide: Amethyst for Those Born in February

Gem-A gemmology tutor Lily Faber FGA EG explores the history of amethyst and its significance as the February birthstone. Amethyst is...

Birthstone Guide: Garnet For Those Born In January

Birthstone Guide: Garnet For Those Born In January

If you're lucky enough to be born in January, vibrant garnet is your birthstone. A rainbow jewel of the gem...

Birthstone Guide: Turquoise For Those Born In December

Birthstone Guide: Turquoise For Those Born In December

Beautiful blue turquoise is one of three birthstones for the month of December (in addition to zircon and tanzanite). It is...

Birthstone Guide: Topaz for Those Born in November

Birthstone Guide: Topaz for Those Born in November

Gem-A gemmology tutor Lily Faber FGA DGA EG takes a closer look at topaz, the birthstone of November, and explains...

Birthstone Guide: Tourmaline for Those Born in October

Birthstone Guide: Tourmaline for Those Born in October

Gem-A gemmology and diamond tutor, Julia Griffith FGA DGA EG, looks at tourmaline, the enchanting rainbow-coloured birthstone for October. Tourmaline is...

Birthstone Guide: Peridot for Those Born in August

Birthstone Guide: Peridot for Those Born in August

Those born in August have vibrant green peridot as their birthstone. Lily Faber FGA DGA EG delves into this zesty...

What Makes the Alexandrite Colour-Change Effect so Special?

What Makes the Alexandrite Colour-Change Effect so Special?

Sometimes known as ‘emerald by day, ruby by night,’ the gemstone alexandrite is a marvel of nature and the alternative...

Beginner's Guide: What Can Emerald Inclusions Tell Us About Origin?

Beginner's Guide: What Can Emerald Inclusions Tell Us About Origin?

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The Most Underappreciated Gemstone? Why We Love Rock Crystal

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Birthstone Guide: Aquamarine for Those Born in March

Birthstone Guide: Aquamarine for Those Born in March

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Explore the Historic Significance and Mythology of Amethyst

Explore the Historic Significance and Mythology of Amethyst

Amethyst has been worn for its lovely purple colour and mystical properties for thousands of years. From the Ancient Romans...