HONG KONG’S MAGNIFICENT JEWELS SET TO AMAZE COLLECTORS

Auction Results Total:   $83,028,022

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  LOT 2793, SALE 2899, HONG KONG

  AN UNMOUNTED DIAMOND
  PRICE REALIZED   HK$64,500,000 ($8,313,760)
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  LOT 2794, SALE 2899, HONG KONG

  AN UNMOUNTED DIAMOND
  PRICE REALIZED       HK$63,380,000 ($8,169,397)

HONG KONG’S MAGNIFICENT JEWELS
SET TO AMAZE ASIA’S TOP COLLECTORS
Over 300 Breathtaking Diamonds, Gems and Jadeite Jewels
Valued at HK$600-800 million / US$75-100 million
Including a Perfect Pair of 35ct D Flawless Diamonds

Hong Kong Magnificent Jewels

1:30 pm, Tuesday, 29 November, 2011

Woods Room, Grand Hall, 

Hong Kong Convention &Exhibition Centre
1 Expo Drive, Wan Chai, Hong Kong

The first half of 2011 saw strong sales and record prices achieved at Christie’s sales of jewellery around the world, with global sales up over 30% compared to 2010.  The strength of the jewellery market was clearly demonstrated in Hong Kong where, at HK$695.7 million (US$89.4 million), the Spring sale became not only the most valuable jewellery auction in Asia, but also the largest ever at Christie’s worldwide.

‘Set against a background of industry momentum and an ever-expanding community of jewellery collectors, the upcoming Autumn sale of extraordinary jewels has been curated to fit connoisseurs’ desires and current market trends.  We have selected exceptional diamonds, important coloured stones, rare jadeite, and signed jewels valued in excess of HK$600 million / US$75 million in one of our best sales ever in Hong Kong,’ says Vickie Sek, Director of the Jewellery and Jadeite Department, Christie’s Asia.

 COLOURLESS DIAMOND HIGHILGHTS

PICTURE-PERFECT PAIR:  of 35ct D Flawless, Type IIa Diamonds

Per-carat prices for top quality white diamonds remains strong in today’s market and collectors the world over are competing for the very best like never before.   Leading the season is an extraordinary pair of unmounted round brilliant-cut D Flawless diamonds, weighing 35.77 and 35.61 carats each. 

The largest pair of its type to ever be offered at auction – each is roughly the size of a cherry tomato - these diamonds have been awarded “Triple Excellent” for their polish, symmetry and cut grade.  Adding to their allure is that they have also been determined to be Type IIa, the most chemically pure form of diamond showing exceptional appeal transparency. 

The Steinmetz Diamond Group, one of the leading diamond manufacturing and trading groups in the world, was entrusted with the honour of cutting this pair of 35ct round diamonds, both of which were uncovered in South Africa.  To find large pieces of colourless rough within the same timeframe represents an extremely rare occurrence.  To combine that with the vision to obtain a closely matched pair raises the project to new heights.  

This extraordinary pair was exhibited by Steinmetz at the Guggenheim in New York in December 2010, and was showcased at the launch of Forevermark in India in April 2011 as the largest pair of diamonds to bear Forevermark’s inscription, a unique identification number and symbol invisible to the naked eye that signifies not only that the diamond is genuine, natural and untreated, but also that it has been sourced responsibly.   Offered separately, these tremendous diamonds are estimated at HK$56,000,000-75,000,000 / US$7,000,000-9,000,000 each. To learn more about the pair click here.

Other colourless diamonds presented this season include a pair of D Flawless, Type IIa brilliant-cut diamonds of 5.27 and 5.24 carats (estimate: HK$12,000,000-18,000,000 / US$1,500,000-2,250,000) that have each been rated “Triple Excellent”for their cut, polish and symmetry, and a diamond ring set with a pear-shaped F colour, Internally Flawless, Type IIa diamond of 12.08 carats (estimate: HK$7,000,000-9,000,000 / US$900,000-1,150,000).

THE KING OF DIAMONDS:  HARRY WINSTON

This season a number of important jewels bearing the coveted name of Harry Winston will be offered.  Leading the selection from the ‘King of Diamonds’ is a magnificent emerald and diamond brooch which boasts a story steeped in the history of its famed maker (estimate: HK$15,600,000-25,000,000/US$2,000,000-3,000,000 ).  The emerald was originally purchased by a prominent Texas oil-man and close personal client to Mr. Winston who called upon the jeweler for a significant gemstone.  Mr. Winston offered the man and his wife a choice:  the present 68.90 carat emerald or a 69.42 carat pear-shaped diamond. The wife had the final decision and chose the emerald, and the diamond went on to be acquired by Elizabeth Taylor and subsequently known as Taylor-Burton Diamond.  For the emerald, Mr. Winston had his legendary designer, Ambaji Shinde, create this consummate Winston jewel, one that can be seen illustrated in the celebrated Winston tome, Harry Winston: The Ultimate Jeweler written by Laurence S. Krashes and Ronald Winston.

Also from Harry Winston is a stunning pair of marquise and pear-shaped diamond cluster earrings suspending a pear-shaped diamond of 14.38 and 12.75 carats (estimate: HK$8,000,000-12,000,000 / US$1,000,000-1,500,000);  a ruby and diamond ring set with a 8.37 carats cushion-shaped Burmese no-heat ruby(estimate: HK$5,500,000-8,000,000 / US$700,000-1,000,000 ); and an impressive ruby and diamond fringe necklace set with thirty-two untreated Burmese weighing over 80 carats (estimate: HK$10,000,000-15,000,000 / US$1,250,000-1,870,000).

IMPORTANT NATURAL PEARLS

Perfectly formed by nature and needing no further enhancement to its purity and beauty, the pearl is the earliest and most enduring gemstone known to man.  Standing apart in the selection of natural pearl jewels offered this season is a rare and important necklace of saltwater natural pearls boasting 16 matching button-shaped pearls of impressive size (estimate: HK$12,800,000-18,000,000 / US$1,600,000-2,250,000 ). Assembling such a finely-matched selection of natural pearls of this size and quality is rare and exceptional – an endeavour that likely took several decades.  The result of the collector’s astonishing eye for taste and quality is a jewel that is certain to be amongst the most sought-after this season.

Also of note is a pair of stunning ear pendants featuring a detachable pearl drop of astonishing size and quality and diamond tops signed Van Cleef & Arpels(estimate: HK$4,800,000-6,500,000 /US$600,000-800,000). It is not only the impressive size and similarity in weight that sets these two pearls apart, but also their even drop-shape, which combined with an attractive white colour and lustre qualifies this as a rare matching pair. 

An important pair of natural coloured pearl and diamond ear pendants(estimate: HK$5,200,000-8,000,000 / US$650,000-1,000,000) and a natural pearl, diamond and onyx pendant necklace set with a large natural white drop pearl(estimate: HK$1,600,000-2,500,000 / US$200,000-315,000) round out the season’s top pearl offerings.

SPECTACULAR COLOURED GEMS

The finest emeralds in the world are those that originate in Colombia which are especially prized for their intensity and depth of colour - a particularly rich grass-green with a medium-dark tone.  The Stars of Colombia (estimate: HK$15,500,000-25,000,000 / US$2,000,000-3,000,000), with their remarkably large size - 25.38 and 23.12 carats - high clarity,  refined cutting and superior colour, are a pair of unparalleled rarity.  These cushion-shaped gems, each boasting a verdant green, are untreated, making them highly unusual, and the purity their exhibit is not often encountered in the market today.  Indeed, a single Colombian emerald of this quality is rare. To have its equal in quality and colour to match so well in size and shape is virtually unheard of. 

Of the season’s rubies highlights, a ruby and diamond necklace by JW Currens containing 25 exemplary Burmese rubies is of particular note (illustrated right, estimate HK$16,000,000-25,000,000 / US$2,000,000-3,000,000). Each of the oval-shaped stones is untreated and showcases a high degree of transparency, and the majority display the coveted ‘Pigeon’s Blood’ vivid red typical of old Burmese rubies.  Natural Burmese rubies of these sizes, colour and high clarity are extremely scarce on the market today.

Sapphires are led by an exceptional sapphire and diamond brooch set with a cushion-shaped Kashmir sapphire of 26.41 carats (estimate: HK$25,000,000-38,000,000 / US$3,200,000-4,800,000).  The market for top quality, untreated sapphires such as this is particularly buoyant, and this remarkable gem with its sumptuous colour and glassy, almost crystal quality is poised to be among the most desirable gemstones this season.

SUPERB  JADEITE

An array of important jadeite is a cornerstone of Christie’s Hong Kong jewellery sales each season.  This sale’s selection is led by ‘The Three Friends of Winter’, a superb jadeite pendant necklace featuring a carved jadeite plaque that exemplifies a harmonious balance of colour, texture and translucency found only in the rarest jadeite (estimate: HK$15,000,000-25,000,000 / US$2,000,000-3,000,000).

 Featuring references to pine, plum blossom and bamboo, species that withstand and even flourish in harsh environments, this pendant displays a vivid emerald green with a remarkable depth of pure colour and intense saturation and tone.  Together with its perfect shape, exceptional thickness and master craftsmanship, this is one of the top pieces of jadeite seen on the market in recent years.  Also of note is a jadeite bead necklace set with fifty-five jadeite beads of bright emerald green colour and excellent transparency (estimate: HK$3,000,000-5,000,000/US$380,000-650,000). 

About Christies:
Christie’s, the world's leading art business had global auction and private sales in 2010 that totaled £3.3 billion/$5.0 billion. Christie’s is a name and place that speaks of extraordinary art, unparalleled service and expertise, as well as international glamour. Founded in 1766 by James Christie, Christie's conducted the greatest auctions of the 18th, 19th and 20th centuries, and today remains a popular showcase for the unique and the beautiful. Christie’s offers over 450 sales annually in over 80 categories, including all areas of fine and decorative arts, jewellery, photographs, collectibles, wine, and more. Prices range from $200 to over $100 million. Christie’s has 53 offices in 32 countries and 10 salerooms around the world including in London, New York, Paris, Geneva, Milan, Amsterdam, Dubai, Zürich, and Hong Kong. More recently, Christie’s has led the market with expanded initiatives in emerging and new markets such as Russia, China, India and the United Arab Emirates, with successful sales and exhibitions in Beijing, Mumbai and Dubai. 

*Estimates do not include buyer’s premium. Sales totals are hammer price plus buyer’s premium and do not reflect costs, financing fees or application of buyer’s or seller’s credits. 

Complete catalogue available online at www.christies.com or via Christie’s Mobile, iPhone and iPad apps.

Designer Jewel: Spotlight on Aaron Henry Designs

Jewelry Designer Spotlight Shines on Aaron Henry Designs

"The hallmarks to AARON HENRY jewelry are design integrity, gemstone quality, fine craftsmanship and attention to detail. Fine jewelry is an art form, and the creative process extends beyond our studio into every aspect of the world, which we inhabit.

Where we travel, whom we meet and how we interact with nature and culture; our experiences and desires all influence the direction that our designs take. This is why the jewelry that we create today will remain relevant for future generations, and why our designs will continue to evolve"          Philosophy from Aaron Henry Designs

When you are born into a family which boasts three generations of Jewelers and Diamond Merchants that date to 1940, there is little doubt as to the path you will take.   Such was the lot of California born Aaron Furlong and he embraced it.  Having acquired his Bachelors of Arts Degree from UC Davis and Graduate Gemologist Certification from the Gemological Institute of America by the time he was 21 the logical next step was to learn the Trade he needed an Apprenticeship.


This was accomplished with a six year commitment to a Master Jeweler in Los Angeles, CA.  When, following the subsequent expansion of those teachings to include design, carving, and casting...Aaron Henry Designs was born.  Creating unique works inspired by nature and made entirely in America.

A testament to the quality and craftsmanship produced are the accolades awarded Aaron Henry Designs. The prestigious Spectrum Award from the American Gem Trade Association - featured status by The World Gold Council and DeBeers - and extensive coverage in Fashion and Industry publications...to name just a few.

One of the really interesting features of the Aaron Henry website is his step by step pictorial of the Design process...while it is very informational to his customers - I would imagine that it brings in Custom work while reinforcing the level of Craftsmanship in his pieces.  Starting with the rendering - moving through the waxes - making a mold - setting and assembly - through to finish.


Take a minute and check out the pictorial here.

Take-aways from this Designer's Story:


Retail Jeweler - if you are looking for designers that are Makers and don't ship the work abroad...Aaron Henry is for you.  There is an increased emphasis on "Made In America" by the local & national press - are you taking full advantage?  


Jewelry Designer:  does your website have a feature that builds confidence in your ability to provide a Custom piece of jewelry?   is there a technique that you are particularly skilled at that you could highlight?

Jewelry Design Student: I think the biggest thing for a student to learn from Aaron Henry is in his "Philosophy" statement...students always question how to continue to come up with new design ideas.  "Where we travel, whom we meet and how we interact with nature and culture; our experiences and desires all influence the direction that our designs take. "  So - lead a full life and glean from those experiences...you will always produce something new!


Aaron Henry Designs website:  http://www.aaronhenry.com

MJSA's Eighth Annual Thinking Ahead Awards

MJSA Announces Winners of Eighth Annual 

Thinking Ahead Awards

Kliar by the Legor Group and Etype by Castel Technologies earn honors

 MJSA, the U.S. trade association dedicated to professional excellence in jewelry making and design, has honored two products--a nanoceramic e-coating and an automated wax injection system--with its annual Thinking Ahead Awards.

Now in its eighth year, the MJSA Thinking Ahead Awards program recognizes products that are making a difference in the way jewelry is being made and sold. The winners are selected by an international panel of independent judges, all of whom are renowned for their expertise in jewelry making and design. In-depth articles on both products appear in the November 2011 issue of MJSA Journal, the association's flagship magazine.

The judges this year selected Kliar, an e-coating developed by the Legor Group, an international supplier of alloys, tools, equipment, and plating technology that is based in Bressanvido, Italy. Kliar enables jewelry makers and designers to easily add vibrant colors to both precious and base metals, and it also can serve as a tarnish inhibitor. Available in 17 hues as well as a transparent coating, it can be applied in the shop with basic equipment (the method is similar to rhodium plating).

"This comes at an important time," said judge Andrea Hill of Hill Management Consulting's StrategyWerx in Campbellsport, Wisconsin. "Consumers are increasingly interested in different colors and treatments of metals. At the same time, manufacturers are looking for ways to reduce dependence on gold and platinum as their primary manufacturing metals, due to the high costs."

 

"The Kliar process seems to exhibit significantly greater tarnish resistance than other existing processes," said judge James Binnion of James Binnion Metal Arts in Bellingham, Washington. "Given the ongoing increase in metals prices, this will help silver gain more customer acceptance, as tarnish is one of the main negative issues with some consumers."

The judges also named as a winner the Etype automated wax injection system developed by Castel Technologies in Hod Hasharon, Israel. The system features a motorized conveyor belt that brings bar-coded molds to an injection station, where they are automatically filled with wax based on computerized parameters. The molds are then returned by conveyor to workers who remove the wax. Depending on the number of injectors being used, the Etype can produce from 360 to about 1,250 waxes per hour.

Judge Chris Ploof of Chris Ploof Studio in Pawtucket, Rhode Island, noted that the Etype can help both large and small shops. "The equipment is great for large manufacturers, as it can replace multiple technicians with one person," he said. "It's also great for small manufacturers, allowing one person to do the work of several."

In addition to the above judges, this year's panel also included Steven Adler of A3DM in Portland, Oregon; Michael Coan of the Fashion Institute of Technology in New York City; Dr. Christopher W. Corti of CoreGold in London; Linus Drogs of Au Enterprises in Berkley, Michigan; goldsmith/educator Charles Lewton-Brain of Calgary, Alberta, Canada; Jurgen J. Maerz of The Platinum Expert Consulting Service in Hawkins, Texas; and J. Tyler Teague of JETT Research inJohnson City, Tennessee.

The winners of the Thinking Ahead Awards will be honored at a special ceremony during the 2012 MJSA Expo New York trade show, which will run March 11-13 at the Hilton New York in New York City. For more information, or to purchase a copy of the November MJSA Journal, go to mjsa.org or call 1-800-444-MJSA (6572).

Gambling On Gems - Stahl Designs Meteorite Gaming Set

One of the highlights of Christie's Magnificent Jewels auction on November 29th in Hong Kong is likely to be a "set of multi gems gaming chips" designed and created by the Swedish artist and jeweller Kristian Ståhl. The outer frames of the 120 chips included in the set are made of 18K white gold and are set with a total of 5,160 calibrated top-quality gems, including diamonds, rubies and sapphires. But what makes the set unique is that each chip is created from a calibrated circular slice from the Muonionalusta meteorite which fell to Earth almost one million years ago.

Stahl, who gained recognition in the global luxury industry in 2004 with The Tailormade Audi project, is an artist, jeweller and gem dealer who creates 'out of the box' luxury projects. He said the idea for the gem-set gaming chips came about after he had crafted a set of dice made from Siberian mammoth ivory, which were successfully auctioned at Sotheby's Hermitage Gala Dinner in London in 2010.

"The creation of the gaming set has been a long process," Ståhl recalled. "However, it was only when I encountered a piece of meteorite from a remote part of northern Sweden called Muonionalusta, that I hit upon the idea of how to make each of the chips truly unique, by integrating in each chip a circular slice of etched meteorite," he said.

"The meteorite crashed into a remote part of northern Sweden, called Muonionalusta, almost one million years ago," Ståhl noted. It's made of iron and nickel, along with some other exotic metals and rare earth minerals. All together these are the main ingredients needed to produce man-made steel - or 'Ståhl' in Swedish. "The appeal and the challenge were too exciting to pass up," he said.

"Hong Kong is the right location to auction this unique set," Ståhl said. "There's a collector out there who is going to buy this set, knowing that this piece is a sure bet and not a gamble."

STÅHL - Bespoke Jewels, Showroom Stockholm: appointment only

Phone: +46 8 661 01 00 Mail: info@stahlstockholm.com

Spectrum Winners to Teach Design Secrets at Revere

For the first time, San Francisco's Revere Academy will host a design class that teaches students five key essentials to creative success. The five-day class, Awaken Your Creativity, will be held during Revere's annual Masters Symposium, from April 23-27, 2012 - taught by Gregoré and Jennifer Morin, a husband-wife team, both of whom are multiple AGTA Spectrum award-winners. The class is open to students at all levels.

Intended for those who want to learn what it takes to create a line of jewelry and design award-winning pieces, this class gives students step-by-step techniques to achieve these goals. Both instructors are outstanding, award-winning jewelry designers who will teach students how to open creative doors, solve problems, and enhance their jewelry design skills. The class combines lectures, guided exercises, individual exploration, group discussion, and skill building. All of this is accessible and fundamental to the novice, key to those building on past experience and invaluable to those farther along the path. 

The class is organized into the five essentials of creative success: Imagination, Seeing, Drawing, Designing, and Believing. Participants will learn the foundation principles of design, drawing, and coloring and how to render dimensional jewelry designs with gemstones using watercolors and colored pencils. Each student will learn how to create a personal "jewelry journal" for use as inspiration to design a collection of original jewelry. This class provides the tools and environment for students to identify and develop their own style, create new work, and unleash their creativity.

Gregoré Morin is a Canadian-trained master goldsmith and jewelry designer. He has won 12 AGTA Spectrum awards for jewelry design, 2 MJSA awards, the AJDC New Talent Contest and JA's Mort Abelson New Designer of the Year Award. All work is designed and hand made by Gregoré with the utmost care and attention to detail. 

Jennifer Morin is a London-trained master goldsmith and jewelry designer who received High Commendations in her final examinations. Jennifer has an MFA in metals under the tutelage of German-trained Dieter Müller-Stach, as well as a California High School teaching credential. Jennifer is the in-house designer at Silverhorn Jewelers in Santa Barbara. She has won 4 AGTA Spectrum awards and was an AJDC New Talent Contest runner-up. Gregoré and Jennifer Morin are married and share a studio in Santa Barbara, California. Visit gregorejoailliers. com.and jenniferjoailliers. com.

Awaken Your Creativity will be part of the Revere Academy's 2012 Masters Symposium, a world-class series of workshops held from April 7-27 in San Francisco. The Masters Symposium is an opportunity to learn from top-notch jewelry artisans, teaching 2 and 5-day workshops in the areas of their greatest expertise. Most classes are open to students at all levels; from absolute beginner to advanced. Each week during its Masters Symposium, the Academy hosts a Wednesday evening lecture/reception for visiting masters, open to the public.

 Master's Symposium
Each spring the Academy invites prominent master craftsmen from across the country and overseas to teach workshops in their areas of specialization. A reception and slide lecture by visiting masters is open to the public each Wednesday evening during the Symposium.

We are pleased to present an exciting line-up of all-star instructors for our 2012 Masters Symposium including Michael Boyd, Charles Lewton-Brain, Andy Cooperman, Tom Herman, Jayne Redman, Davide Bigazzi, Hariete Estel Berman, Deborah Lozier, and AGTA Spectrum Award winners, Gregoré and Jennifer Morin. Click on the class title to the right for more details.The Revere Academy of Jewelry Arts is a professional jewelry school located in downtown San Francisco's historic Phelan Building. Schedules, information and a free video tour are available upon request from:

Revere Academy of Jewelry Arts
760 Market Street, Suite 900
San Francisco, Ca 94102

Tel: 415-391-4179 

Web Site: www.revereacademy. com
E-mail: info@revereacademy. com
Fax: 415-391-7570

Jeweler Thom Underwood Chosen to Receive the 2012 Antonio C. Bonanno Award!

AGA Conference & Gala

Conference check-in begins at 8:00 a.m. on Wednesday, February 1, 2012
Conference sessions from 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Continental breakfast, light lunch & Gala ticket are included with the conference fee.

The evening will conclude with a festive dinner and awards ceremony, honoring this year’s winner of the prestigious Antonio C. Bonanno Award for Excellence in Gemology.

Jeweler Thom Underwood will be awarded the 2012 Antonio C. Bonanno Award!  The Antonio C. Bonanno award—named in honor of the AGA’s founding father—was created to recognize people who have made significant contributions to the gemological field. The award, which includes a check for $2,000, not only calls attention to the outstanding contributions of the recipient, but also underscores the responsibility of the international gemological community to encourage and reward ongoing research, education, and dissemination of information. 

The Gala Champagne Reception is from 6:30 to 7:30 pm followed by the Gala Dinner Dance & Bonanno Award Ceremony from 7:30 to 11:00 p.m.

We are pleased to have the following distinguished researchers and gemologists as speakers:

Edward Boehm, President and CEO of RareSource (formerly JOEB Enterprises) is a world renowned gemologist, author and dealer of fine gemstones.  He has traveled the world extensively collecting some of the finest specimens seen in any collection and conduction research at gem deposits. (Biography)

Edward is presenting The World of Spinels, focusing on sources, treatments and quality characteristics. The hands-on session provides a great opportunity to learn about the nuances that expert spinel dealers look for when grading.

Tom Chatham, President of Chatham Created Gems, is recognized as the leader in created gemstones. Pioneers in the created gemstone industry, today their product line extends far beyond grown emerald and ruby. Chatham Created Gems is also a leader in the created diamond industry. Tom has been involved in the created diamond market for decades and is presenting an information packed program exploring the current State of the Synthetic Diamond Industry.

Thomas Hainschwang, Managing Director of GGTL Laboratories and founder of GEMLAB, Liechtenstein is a research gemologist and formerly led the colored diamond department for the GIA research laboratory in Geneva.  Thomas is currently engaged in a number of important gemological research projects in both colored stones and diamonds. (Biography)

Thomas will be addressing the AGA conference delegates regarding Color Enhancement of Tanzanite.

Dominic Mok, Founder and Principal Geologist at the Asian Gemmological Institute and Laboratory, Hong Kong, is an expert in the material Jadeite. He will be presenting a talk on Types, Identification and Testing Jadeite. The AGA is privileged to offer this opportunity to meet Mr. Mok and learn about Jadeite for an international authority on the subject.

Jay Neogi, CEO of Serenity Technologies is a leading researcher regarding nanotechnology. The company’s focus on nanotechnology has been key to the development of brand new products that have opened up new markets. The colored diamond project is one of many such examples of how Serenity’s patent pending technology was used to create a product that satisfies a growing trend in the jewelry industry for pink diamonds. Jay will be presenting a talk on New Coating Technologies - Benefits & Challenges.

Dr. Jim Shigley is Distinguished Research Fellow at the GIA Laboratory in Carlsbad. The editor of the Gems & Gemology in Review series and contributing editor to the journal, he received a bachelor’s degree in geology from the University of California, Berkeley, and a doctorate in geology from Stanford University. He has written extensively for Gems & Gemology and other professional journals.

Dr. Shigley is well versed in the current state of synthetic diamond detection having conducted numerous studies in the area of diamond treatments and synthetics. He will be discussing the Identification of Synthetic Diamonds from the Laboratory Perspective.

Bob Linares, SCIO Diamonds, is well known for his work regarding CVD grown synthetic diamond at Apollo. SCIO Diamonds is a new venture that recently acquired Apollo and is the only company in the USA currently focusing on the production of colorless synthetic diamonds. The company is expanding this effort and has reportedly produced material larger than 1 carat. Bob will be discussing Growth & Characteristics of their Synthetic Diamonds.

A hands-on session will follow both the morning and afternoon programs.

Information on prices - location - etc at:  http://accreditedgemologists.org/currevent.php