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Learn the key differences among freshwater, Akoya, Tahitian and South Sea pearls, including how theyâre formed, their colors, sizes, luster and value.
Explore the evolution of diamond cut grading and future innovations.
Discover the science behind some of the most popular phenomenal gemstones.
Small, bead-nucleated freshwater pearls marketed as âakoyasâ could cause confusion and mislead consumers.
Easy, step-by-step guide to how GIA analyzes pearls in its laboratory.Â
Discover the hidden math behind diamond cuts and how experts map every possible faceting pattern.
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Found in lava, meteorites, and deep in the earthâs mantle, yellow-green peridot is the extreme gem.
Dazzling brilliance. Captivating color. These are the planetâs most valued gems.
Diamonds are among natureâs most precious and beautiful creations.
Emerald is the bluish green to green variety of beryl, a mineral species that includes aquamarine.
Citrine is the transparent, pale yellow to brownish orange variety of quartz.