Tag Archives: gemology

Secrets of the Gem Trade: The Connoisseur’s Guide to Precious Gemstones By Richard W. Wise

Posted on September 30, 2021 by dcgiaorg

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Life of passion in gemology by Martin Fuller FGA, GG (GIA)

Posted on September 5, 2021 by dcgiaorg

Martin Fuller shared a presentation that was jam packed with great photos and stories of the many auction worthy jewelry and people he has had the privilege of performing appraisals for over the years, including the Hope Diamond!! DCGIA thanks … Continue reading →

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“The Science and the Art of Gem Cutting” by John Dyer

Posted on March 17, 2021 by dcgiaorg

John Dyer (Self Proclaimed Gem Nerd) shared his passion, his award winning designs and gemstones. How much is science and how much is creativity? From custom cut classic shapes with exceptional brilliance with flat faceting, to concave faceted and avant-garde … Continue reading →

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From Collector to Commercial – Presented by Dr. Joel E. Arem

Posted on November 25, 2017 by dcgiaorg

Dr. Joel Arem took the DCGIA members on a journey to the “future of the gem industry” in the global marketplace. EVERY gem was once a “collector” stone because only royalty could own them, and a ‘mass market’ did not exist for centuries. … Continue reading →

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DCGIA Second Chance Social & Auction

Posted on December 17, 2013 by dcgiaorg

Start off the year with a bang & a buck for the chapter, at the DCGIA Social & Auction on Sunday, January 5, 2014 at the Holiday Inn Rosslyn, 1900 Ft. Meyer Drive, Arlington, VA 22209, at the Virginia end of … Continue reading →

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National Gem Collection – Some Old & Some New – Jeffrey Post

Posted on November 26, 2013 by dcgiaorg

Dr. Jeffrey Post, curator of the Smithsonian’s National Gem Collection provided an insightful presentation of old and new acquisitions to the collection. The gems and minerals galleries of the Smithsonian’s National Museum of Natural History are among the most visited … 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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DCGIA MENTORING PROGRAM

Posted on January 1, 2012 by dcgiaorg

Mission: The Program is designed to help current and recent graduates of GIA strengthen and refine the vital and highly specialized skills they need to succeed in the gem & jewelry industry. DCGIA Mentoring Program Outline Every DCGIA Mentee is … Continue reading →

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2011 in review

Posted on January 1, 2012 by dcgiaorg

    HAPPY NEW YEAR Best Wishes for a Happy and Prosperous 2012! Thanks to all of you that helped make the 2011 Holiday Party & Auction successful. This allows us to keep the meeting fees low again for 2012. … Continue reading →

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