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By working in an ethical and honest way, we prioritize the fair treatment of our collaborators and customers. The opinions expressed in our reports are of the highest accuracy.

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By using our services, you are trusting us with your precious gemstones. We do not take this lightly and we will strive to produce accurate, and transparent services to all customers.

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It is our responsibility to maintain the highest gemological standards. By setting goals and milestones, we promise to better serve our customers as well as the colored gemstone and jewellery industry as a whole.

Ethical

By working in an ethical and honest way, we prioritize the fair treatment of our collaborators and customers. The opinions expressed in our reports are of the highest accuracy.

Transparent

By using our services, you are trusting us with your precious gemstones. We do not take this lightly and we will strive to produce accurate, and transparent services to all customers.

responsible

It is our responsibility to maintain the highest gemological standards. By setting goals and milestones, we promise to better serve our customers as well as the gemstone and jewellery industry as a whole.

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Gamma

The ICA | GemLab Journal

Volume 2 Issue 3

This edition of our journal is a captivating journey into the world of gemstones, where we explore Mozambique’s ruby mines and the intricacies of international auctions while gaining invaluable insights into the dynamics of the gemstone market. Beginning with a comprehensive Auction Report on Fura Gems, we delve into FURA’s Colours grading systems and offer an insider’s view of their Mine to Auction process.

Furthermore, our two-part series on Provenance Proof highlights the harmonious fusion of advanced technology and traditional practices, forging a secure and transparent chain of custody that marks a significant step towards an accountable gemstone industry. We are also excited to introduce “GEM NERDS,” a new segment for gemstone enthusiasts, featuring articles on topics like cobalt spinel space inclusions and the utilization of fluorescence and iron content for potential provenance verification.

It’s a must-read for all gemstone lovers, gemmologists, and those passionate about transparency and knowledge in the world of precious stones.

On Origin determination

In order to determine the origin of a gemstone, the mineralogical and gemological properties collected during the testing is vital information.

Our gemologists take this data to compare it with our vast database, narrowing down the specific gem bearing localities around the world

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Articles

Provenance Proof Integration

Provenance Proof Integration

We are thrilled to introduce the latest version of our Origin and Identification Reports. This innovative report incorporates Provenance Proof Tracking, making it a significant step forward in the gemstone industry’s transparency and traceability. The new report...

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Synthetic Malachite

Synthetic Malachite

Given its largely ornamental usage, the presence of synthetic malachite on the market is not particularly earth shattering for most people in the gem trade, but for those who have a passion for all things of nature the distinction between natural and synthetic is very...

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THE FASCINATION AND UNDERSTANDING OF AMBER

THE FASCINATION AND UNDERSTANDING OF AMBER

Occasionally as we become engrossed in a gem material that may be new, or at least partially new, to us, and particularly today when we are blessed with instrumentation that allows us to delve ever deeper into the origins. It is good to reflect back a few hundred...

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Jewellery & Gem Asia Hong Kong June 2023

Jewellery & Gem Asia Hong Kong June 2023

Exciting Announcement!    ICA | GemLab to Exhibit at Jewellery & Gem Asia Show in Hong Kong We are thrilled to share that, as a leading authority in origin determination and treatment detection of colored gemstones, we will showcase our expertise at the...

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High Iron Yellow Sapphire with Beryllium Treatment

High Iron Yellow Sapphire with Beryllium Treatment

The six beryllium diffused, high Fe, yellow sapphires described in this report. Step into the captivating world of gemstones, where hidden secrets and fascinating discoveries await! Gemstone enthusiasts and traders were caught off guard when the AGTA Gemological...

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