In Tucson, an appraisal forum was held, developed and sponsored by the California Institute of Jewelry Training and Master Valuer International. The concept was to invite a panel of appraisal experts to discuss appraisal issues…
News ArchiveFor centuries the ruby deposits of Burma (Myanmar) have been particularly important to supplying the trade with rubies, and as such have essentially set the standard by which both price and quality of all rubies…
Gem Market NewsGold hit a record price of about $1,920 per ounce on global markets this past September. High gold prices have been the norm since they exceeded $1,000 per ounce in March 2008. How has this…
Gem Market NewsGemworld received this yellow stone for identification from a jeweler. Our first instinct was that the greenish yellow color was "unnatural." However, this color is rare but possible in nature and as always, full gemological…
Gem NotesGemworld International, Inc. recently received an antique gold ring for appraisal. The ring is set with a cushion shape, transparent, brownish stone displaying very high luster and prominent fire, almost iridescent looking. It is surrounded…
Gem NotesThis item came in for a quick valuation for sale as scrap along with several other items of gold and diamonds. When the jewelry is all of high quality and high value, one has a…
Gem NotesA new era begins for the diamond industry as ownership of mines changes hands. Huge increases in prices in the first half of 2011 show no signs of any correction and remain high despite average…
Diamond MarketThe jewelry holiday season started with better than expected results. In bridal jewelry, the trend is to use more color, specifically sapphire and ruby. Tanzanite is regaining popularity with renewed interest. Untreated corundum prices are…
Colored Stone MarketDr. Jeffrey Post, Curator of the mineral collection at the Smithsonian Institute, was the ideal choice for the opening lecture. His stunning images of some of the incredible specimens housed at the Smithsonian were capable…
Gem Market NewsSeveral factors have contributed to the rise in unenhanced ruby prices over the last decade. Worldwide demand has been high with the well-publicized surge in recent years from emerging markets such as China and India…
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