Category Archives: Meeting Archives

Ms. Jane Tukarski’s presentation covered the unique maritime folk art of scrimshaw, the traditional seaman’s craft of engraving designs onto whale bones, teeth, and ivory. Her work has won multiple awards, has been featured in scrimshaw publications, and is contained … Continue reading →

On July 7, 2010 the DCGIA Alumni Association was treated to Gary Roskin’s recounting of “an Evening with the Blues,” his experience with the world’s two, largest and most important deep blue diamonds, the 31.06 carat Wittelsbach-Graff, and the 45.02 … Continue reading →

Mr. Gary A. Roskin, a gemologist, author, journalist, and educator, is a recognized authority on the art and science of diamond  grading. Gary provides a wealth of knowledge as the creator and producer of the gemological information website http://www.roskingemnews.com and … Continue reading →

On June 7, 2010, the DC Chapter of the GIA Alumni Association had the opportunity to hear from Mr. Richard Wise. Gemologist and historian Richard W. Wise discussed his theories of when and where Tavernier acquired the Blue Diamond and … Continue reading →

On May 19, 2010, the DC Chapter of the GIA Alumni Association had the opportunity to hear from Ms. Suzanna Stull, Director of International Sales for ImaGem Inc., in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.  Ms. Stull’s presentation was entitled “The Future is Here: … Continue reading →

Looking again at the title, it should read: the man who brings life to colored stones. Mr. Brackna buys mineral rough and with his expertise creates a GEM. He is a cutter and a knowledgeable magician in his trade. Early, … Continue reading →

On March 2, 2010, the DC Chapter of the GIA Alumni Association was privileged to hear from Mr. Ron Ringsrud, an internationally recognized emerald dealer and gemologist. His presentation explored the world of these unique gemstones from both a historical … Continue reading →

The February Meeting had three parts. The evening started with a power point presentation by Bobby Mann explaining The New GIA Continuing Education Recognition Program. This online e learning program is available for GIA graduates who hold a Graduate Gemologist … Continue reading →

On January 12, 2010, the DC Chapter of the GIA Alumni Association was privileged to hear from Mr. Michael Goldstein, an internationally recognized authority on antique-cut diamonds. His presentation explored the world of these unique gemstones from both an informational … Continue reading →

The Holiday Dinner & Auction was once again a great success! Thanks go out to everyone that worked so hard, before, during and after, to put this annual event together. Thanks also go out to everyone who came and shared … Continue reading →