GIA’s recently opened laboratory and campus at the International Gem Tower in New York’s Diamond District features a permanent museum exhibit of gems, jewelry, and mineral sculptures. Fourteen display cases highlight nearly 100 items from the GIA collection, ranging from large aquamarine crystals to a diminutive objet d’art golden cactus and a necklace featuring akoya, Tahitian, and South Sea cultured pearls (figure 1). The exhibit showcases the wonder of gems to visitors and students.
GIA’s recently opened laboratory and campus at the International Gem Tower in New York’s Diamond District features a permanent museum exhibit of gems, jewelry, and mineral sculptures. Fourteen display cases highlight nearly 100 items from the GIA collection, ranging from large aquamarine crystals to a diminutive objet d’art golden cactus and a necklace featuring akoya, Tahitian, and South Sea cultured pearls (figure 1). The exhibit showcases the wonder of gems to visitors and students.
