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Sapphire
The name “sapphire” can also apply to any corundum that’s not ruby red, another corundum variety.
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Spring 1997 G&G; Lab Notes
This section, from the Spring 1997 issue of Gems & Gemology, is a compilation of interesting finds from GIA’s laboratories.
Spring 2001 Gem News International
Padparadscha: What's in a Name?
An examination of the term used to describe a sapphire the color of a lotus blossom.
Summer 1997 G&G Lab Notes
This section, from the Summer 1997 issue of Gems & Gemology, is a compilation of interesting finds from GIA’s laboratories.
Summer 1999 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.
Summer 1999 G&G; Lab Notes
Summer 2001 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.
Summer 1985 G&G; Lab Notes
Spring 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.
Summer 1981 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.
Summer 1982 G&G; Lab Notes
Summer 1983 G&G Lab Notes
This section, from the Summer 1983 issue of Gems & Gemology, is a compilation of interesting finds from GIA’s laboratories.
