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Diamond Development Initiative, Jewelers of America, Womens Jewelry Association, American Gem Society, Jewelers Vigilance Committee and the Jewelers Security Alliance received part of the $400,000 that is granted every year to individuals, groups, or associations who work towards the betterment of the overall industry. The JCK Industry Fund aims to address problems and challenges facing […]

CARLSBAD, Calif. – Feb. 16, 2010 – The Gemological Institute of America (GIA) Thailand will host its 33rd Gemstone Gathering on Feb. 24. Richard W. Wise, a graduate gemologist and president of R.W. Wise, Goldsmiths, Inc., will share his experiences as a gem explorer and author. Wise, who began his career as a goldsmith, has […]

Winners of the Ganoksin Orchid Raffle 2010 are Announced!Many thanks to our friends at Rio Grande for their generous donationfor making the Ganoksin Orchid Raffle 2010 a hit! Rio Grande is your online source for innovative jewelry-makingproducts, great service and technical know-how. Whether you are juststarting out or are a seasoned professional jeweler, metalsmith orartisan, […]

All That Glitters: San Diego Museum Launches Two-Year Exhibition Pala International to provide 100 gems and minerals The San Diego Natural History Museum is opening an exciting new exhibit for all those gem lovers out there. “All that Glitters: The Splendor & Science of Gems and Minerals” will include mineral specimens, faceted gemstones, and designer […]