An overview of the Spring 2026 Gems & Gemology content.

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Examines the organic-rich cores of non-bead cultured “keshi” pearls from ,Pinctada maxima mollusks to distinguish them from natural pearls of the same species despite their similar internal structures.

GIA’s Bangkok laboratory reports on a study of rough and cut chrysoprase from a newly discovered deposit in Western Australia.

Global retailer VGL offers ethically sourced jewelry while partnering with hunger-relief organizations to provide meals for children.

Reports on a CVD-grown synthetic diamond fashioned in the approximate shape of an octahedron.

A summary of the findings at the 2026 Tucson gem shows.

Todd Wacks exhibits his exceptional graduated suite of 65 matched color-change pyrope garnets from Morogoro, Tanzania.

A variety of colors and effects were observed in “gold sheen” sapphire from eastern Kenya.

An update on the global pearl market from vendors at the Tucson gem shows.

A graduate of GIA’s Jewelry Design program in Carlsbad, California, is the recipient of the 2025 Gianmaria Buccellati Foundation Award.

Eleux Jewelry offers unique pieces pairing hardstones such as agate and turquoise with diamonds and other precious gems.

Jewelry designer Samira Mazloom draws awareness to endangered species with her unique “Fading Footprints” collection.

The life of gemologist George “Pete” Yantzer is remembered.

The gemological community mourns the loss of mineralogy professor George Rossman.

An exploration of the Cartier and Myths exhibit, examining how Cartier jewelry engages with classical antiquity, mythology, and artistic traditions.

An overview of the Spring 2026 Gems & Gemology content.

初步检测表明，可能来自马达加斯加的 34 颗星形红宝石的净度因填充了铅玻璃而有所提升。 此外，这些红宝石还与来自其他矿床的星形红宝石进行了对比。

检验七颗呈现诱人粉红色的 CVD 合成钻石。