Hauyne
A recent find in Afghanistan of the rare mineral makes it currently the only source of new material.
Gem NotesTime Zones
Effective date, date of inspection, date of incident—appraisals can have numerous dates. But knowing the differences and when to use them can make all the difference.
The Appraiser's NotebookPerfectly Imperfect Gemstones
Characteristics that would have once been hidden—like growth zones and certain inclusions—are now being celebrated, with increasing demand for gems that showcase their natural aspects.
Market TrendsHow the Belmont Emerald Mine Upped Its Tech Game This Year
The Brazilian mine is now using laser sorters to recover even more emeralds.
The Trade in FocusWith Fewer Chinese Buyers, Bangkok and Hong Kong Shows Focus on International
Macroeconomic conditions continue to dampen trade activity.
The Trade in FocusGem Focus – October 2024 – Featuring ‘Santa Maria’ Aquamarine: the best of the best for the blue gem
Though the name once referred to a locality, it is now used in the trade to indicate a color.
*Gem Focus & Market Pulse (Free Subscriber)4 Insights About Gemstone Sourcing from the Gold + Diamond Conference
GemGuide revisits highlights and nuggets of wisdom from IAC’s annual event.
The Trade in FocusLucara Finds Two 1,000-Plus-Carat Diamonds in Two Months
One of the discoveries is a historic 2,492-carat rough diamond, Botswana’s biggest recovery ever.
The Trade in FocusGemstone Source Region Update: Kenya
GemGuide dives into news that the government could allow mining in Tsavo National Park, its focus on strategic minerals, what mining and supply is looking like, and more.
The Trade in FocusJargon and the Retail Flock
Scott Gordon offers a more descriptive system for identifying replacement markets in insurance assignments.
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