The Gemological Institute of America (GIA) has unveiled the Fall 2024 issue of its flagship publication, Gems & Gemology (G&G), featuring groundbreaking insights into diamond grading, artificial intelligence, and significant gem discoveries.
This issue shines a spotlight on the evolution of fancy cut diamond grading, examining how recent discoveries around oval, pear, and marquise-shaped diamonds are reshaping standards for evaluating these popular cuts. With a focus on enhancing precision in the grading process, the new findings are expected to impact how jewelers and consumers assess the unique characteristics of fancy cuts.
In another forward-looking exploration, the issue delves into the role of machine learning models in supporting traditional gem classification methods, underscoring how these technologies can improve accuracy and efficiency in gemstone identification. Additionally, generative AI's applications in jewelry design come under scrutiny, addressing not only its creative potential but also the ethical, legal, and regulatory concerns surrounding its adoption within the industry.
Highlighting global gemology, the Fall edition also presents a detailed characterization of amethyst from the La Manche deposit in Newfoundland’s Avalon Zone, adding to the understanding of this Canadian gemstone's unique properties and quality.
Further features include a remarkable historical discovery—a cache of treasures from a 1715 Spanish shipwreck—and an intricate diamond art piece recreating Nelson Mandela's fingerprint. The issue also offers an in-depth look at colored bands found in CVD-grown diamonds, contributing to ongoing research into synthetic diamond properties.
Marking a milestone, Gems & Gemology celebrates its 90th anniversary with a curated photographic retrospective, showcasing the journal's legacy since its first issue in 1934.
The Fall 2024 issue of Gems & Gemology is now available both digitally and in print, inviting gemologists, jewelleers, and enthusiasts to explore the latest in gemological research and innovations.