Author Archives: dcgiaorg

Helping People in Tough Economic Times – Brian Diener

Posted on June 22, 2015 by dcgiaorg

Brian Diener is a native Washingtonian, appraiser and licensed auctioneer, with more than 25 years of experience in the diamond, estate jewelry and antiques industry. Diener Jewelers, is located at 1133 19th St NW. Washington, DC 20036. A 45 year … Continue reading →

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Treasures from the Deep – Mel King

Posted on May 21, 2015 by dcgiaorg

Mel King (President of Big Blue Wreck Salvage) discussed Treasures from the Deep, the exciting discovery of Spanish gold doubloons on the 1715 Fleet Shipwreck site during Summer 2013, as well as future plans for the site. Sharing historical shipwreck … Continue reading →

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ESTATE EXOTICS – Gems of the People: COLLECTIBLE BEADS – Sindi Schloss

Posted on April 28, 2015 by dcgiaorg

Sindi provided the chapter members with a NEW appreciation for beads! Who knew beads had such a storied history and value! Sindi’s discussion went a long way in helping smooth over the “disconnect” between the fine jewelry enthusiasts and beading … Continue reading →

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Silver Restoration Event!

Posted on April 24, 2015 by dcgiaorg

The Jewelry Doctor Platinum & Diamond Boutique has been creating and restoring fine jewelry for the wonderful people of Northern Virginia, Washington DC and suburban Maryland for over 30 years.

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Tucson Wholesale Pearl Report – Lois Berger

Posted on March 28, 2015 by dcgiaorg

Lois Berger GG, NAJA, DCGIA’s resident pearl expert discussed “Cultured Pearls”. Lois provided a brief discussion of the history of the Chinese Pearl Production industry along with a number of types of pearls being cultured by the Chinese as well … Continue reading →

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Needful Things Silent On-Line Auction

Posted on March 3, 2015 by dcgiaorg

DCGIA Invites You to Our Needful Things Silent On-Line Auction at:  http://www.dcgia-auctions.com/   To help support our club’s activities, we are Auctioning off the remaining items from the 2014 Live Auction & Party. The silent auction supports our club, and is … Continue reading →

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DCGIA ANNUAL TUCSON REPORT – Kusam Malhotra

Posted on February 27, 2015 by dcgiaorg

Kusam Malhotra Owner of K & K International in Vienna, VA. was a vendor at the 2015 AGTA GemFair™ Tucson, Booth #1100. K&K International has been a premier source of rare colored gemstones, fine diamonds and custom-designed jewelry for over 30 … Continue reading →

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Jewelry Speaks – Dr. Brenda Forman PhD

Posted on January 24, 2015 by dcgiaorg

Brenda Forman enlightened the DCGIA Chapter on January 14th, with the history of Jewelry through the ages. Jewelry speaks loud and clear about the wearer. In every tomb you find 3 things: Bones, Weapons, and Jewelry. Life, death and beauty From the dawn … Continue reading →

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Oregon Sunstone – The True Copper Bearing Sunstone – Don Buford and Terry Clark

Posted on November 22, 2014 by dcgiaorg

Don Buford and Terry Clark shared the history of the Dust Devil Mining Company and Oregon Sunstone with members. They were accompanied by their wives Patsy Buford and Jude Clark, and a surprise guest Nirinjan Khalsa a Beverly Hills Designer, Artist … Continue reading →

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DCGIA Holiday Party & Auction.

Posted on November 13, 2014 by dcgiaorg

Happy Holidays! 30th DCGIA – Come celebrate our 30th Anniversary at the  DCGIA Holiday Party & Auction. To Register & for Menu Selection – Holiday Party – This year we will celebrate at Marriott Fairview Park, 3111 Fairview Park Drive, Falls Church, … Continue reading →

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