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The name “sapphire” can also apply to any corundum that’s not ruby red, another corundum variety.

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Winter 2006 Gem News International
A compilation of gem news from around the world, covering topics such as localities, unusual gem materials, market news, new products, discoveries, jewelry manufacturing techniques, and industry trends.
Winter 1992 G&G; Lab Notes
This section, from the Winter 1992 issue of Gems & Gemology, is a compilation of interesting finds from GIA's laboratories.
Winter 1993 G&G Lab Notes
This section, from the Winter 1993 issue of Gems & Gemology, is a compilation of interesting finds from GIA’s laboratories.
Summer 1992 Gem News International
Summer 1992 G&G; Lab Notes
Summer 1994 G&G; Lab Notes
This section, from the Summer 1994 issue of Gems & Gemology, is a compilation of interesting finds from GIA’s laboratories.
Summer 1995 Gem News International
Summer 1995 G&G Lab Notes
This section, from the Summer 1995 issue of Gems & Gemology, is a compilation of interesting finds from GIA’s laboratories.
Summer 2010 Gem News International
A compilation of gem news from around the world, covering topics such as localities, unusual gem materials, market news, new products, discoveries, jewelry manufacturing techniques, and industry trends.
Fall 1982 G&G; Lab Notes
This section, from the Fall 1982 issue of Gems & Gemology, is a compilation of interesting finds from GIA’s laboratories.








