Category Archives: Meeting Archives

The Magic of Alexandrite by Evan Caplan

Posted on September 6, 2016 by dcgiaorg

Los Angeles gem dealer with a specialty for rare gemstones, Evan Caplan shared his passion for Alexandrite with the DCGIA Members. Alexandrite one of the birthstones for June, is a very rare color-change variety of the mineral chrysoberyl. Green in daylight and Red … Continue reading →

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Kimberly Process Review by Patricia Syvrud

Posted on July 31, 2016 by dcgiaorg

The DCGIA chapter members heard from Patricia Syvrud, Executive Director of the World Diamond Council. The diamond industry is very unique and special, but it’s not alone in how consumers focus on its products. There are plenty other industries such … Continue reading →

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In Memory of Frederick N. Ward GG (GIA)

Posted on July 27, 2016 by dcgiaorg

RIP – July 16, 1935 – July 19, 2016     Fred was a loyal DCGIA member, prolific photographer, author and great friend to us all! Some of you may remember Fred as a world-renowned photographer, author, gem dealer, gemologist and a … Continue reading →

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Precious Heirlooms by Denise Nelson GG (GIA)

Posted on July 24, 2016 by dcgiaorg

Precious Heirlooms – A voice from the past & possibly into the future… Denise took us on a walk through history both personal and global as she melded her gemology and genealogy back grounds into a wonderful discussion of what … Continue reading →

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Natural vs. Enhanced Lapidary Gem Materials by Helen Serras-Herman

Posted on May 25, 2016 by dcgiaorg

Helen compared natural gem materials against the simulants available in today’s market. She provided slides of Sonora Chrysocolla, Turquoise, Lapis, Azurite with Malachite, and natural drusy gemstones alongside simulants made to imitate these natural materials. The term “simulants” refers to … Continue reading →

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Gem Gossip: Endless talk of all things Sparkly – Danielle Miele

Posted on April 26, 2016 by dcgiaorg

A wonderful and informative talk! Continue reading →

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“Sharing the Rough” – Orin Mazzoni

Posted on March 28, 2016 by dcgiaorg

DCGIA was overjoyed to have Orin Mazzoni for an informative 2-night event as a joint effort with AGS, the Maryland National Capital Guild. If you have ever wondered how a piece of rough is found, mined, cut, polished, then transformed … Continue reading →

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Tucson Report – Kusam Malhotra

Posted on March 20, 2016 by dcgiaorg

Kusam owner of K & K International in Vienna, VA. was a vendor at the 2016 AGTA GemFair™ Tucson. K&K International has been a premier source of rare colored gemstones, fine diamonds and custom-designed jewelry for over 30 years. Whether … Continue reading →

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“Gold of the Ancient Americas” by Julie Lauffenburger

Posted on January 25, 2016 by dcgiaorg

 Julie Lauffenburger, object conservator and technical researcher at the Walters Art Museum, shared her passion for conservation and curating duties for the Gold in the Ancient Americas exhibition. Julie provided an insightful presentation of centuries-old artifacts including pendants, beaded necklaces, … Continue reading →

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American Antique Arts Association

Posted on January 11, 2016 by dcgiaorg

DCGIA Member Jeff Allinson will speak at the McLEAN AAAA.                     McLean Community Center, Room C, 1234 Ingleside Ave., McLean, VA, 10:00 a.m. President Kirsten Kenney, 703-734-0298. Jan. 20 – JEWELS AND GEMSTONES: Jeff … Continue reading →

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