Tag Archives: Education

GIA Updates

Posted on September 29, 2017 by dcgiaorg

On Sept. 19, 2017, Kate Donovan, GIA Global Alumni Relations Manager, provided an update on GIA global initiatives, education, laboratory offerings, research, resources and instruments. Kate reviewed GIA’s current alumni benefits and the many programs available to support our efforts. GIA … Continue reading →

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The Latest on Synthetic Diamonds | Dr. James Shigley | GIA at JCK

Posted on August 8, 2017 by dcgiaorg

DCGIA thanks GIA for sharing these very informative videos! Video #1 – Dr. Smith shares what he has learned from exceptional diamonds, such as the Cullinan and Koh-I-Noor, that formed beneath the surface of the Earth. Smith, the researcher who … Continue reading →

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Museum Field Trip at Hillwood Museum

Posted on July 23, 2017 by dcgiaorg

Thirty six (36) DCGIA members and guests enjoyed a tour of the “Spectacular Gems and Jewelry” which was Marjorie Merriweather Post’s jewel collection on display at Hillwood Museum in DC. The tour featured an introduction to the collection by Angie Dodson, Director … Continue reading →

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Treatments and Synthetics: A Visual Review by John Koivula

Posted on September 30, 2016 by dcgiaorg

John Koivula an Analytical Microscopist at the Gemological Institute of America shared a visual review of slides identifying common features for synthetic and treated rubies, sapphires, emeralds, diamonds, chrysoberyl, opal, spinel, quartz, jade, and corundum. The majority of characteristics seen … Continue reading →

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2013 Bob Davis Scholarship

Posted on January 16, 2013 by dcgiaorg

2013 Bob Davis Scholarship Eligibility: Fill out the DCGIA 2013 Application, Pay the 2013 annual meeting fee of $55.00, and attend at least ONE Monthly Meeting. Go to the DCGIA.ORG website JOIN page and register today! Two $500.00 Scholarships will be … Continue reading →

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