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Tag Archives: Helen Serras-Herman
Must See US Gemstone Mines by Helen Serras-Herman
Enjoy a wonderful time hearing Helen’s presentation on Must-See US Gemstone Mines for the DCGIA Chapter. Travel with Helen to several operational and historic gemstone mines and museums in North Carolina, Montana, South Dakota, Oregon, Nevada, Colorado, and Arizona. Thank … Continue reading
Natural vs. Enhanced Lapidary Gem Materials by Helen Serras-Herman
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
Maya Jade-The revival of a gem revered by royalty! – Helen Serras-Herman
We were all inspired by Maya Jade-The revival of a gem revered by royalty! Helen told the story of the Olmec, Maya, and Aztec civilizations, as she covered her recent trips to Mexico and Guatemala, where she visited archaeological sites, … Continue reading
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