What’s New with the Smithsonian’s Gem Collection – by Dr. Jeffrey E. Post

On Wednesday May 6, 2020 7PM to 8:45PM Dr. Post highlighted the New Acquisitions and the jewelry that made it to the world’s greatest collection.  The Minerals and Gems Gallery features some 2,000 specimens grouped by shape, color, growth, and other characteristics.  The Smithsonian’s gem and mineral collection, is one of the largest of its kind in the world, with 10,000 gems and 375,000 mineral specimens.

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Dr. Post with DCGIA President Kusam Malhotra

DCGIA thanks Dr. Post for being willing to share with our members via a web meeting.

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