Vegas Show Guide Issue; Diffusion Confusion: Clarifying the Science of Gem Color; Rough Gems; Grand Caymanite; Fall Fashions
Editorial: Some Badly Needed Science
Is there any way that all sides on the diffusion debate can come together and see eye-to-eye? Start by talking the same language.
Ones-of-a-Kind: Caribbean Cocktail
If you're thinking of stashing some of your "excess" funds in the Grand Cayman Islands, you might want to think about investing in caymanite instead.
What's In: Roughing It
These days, more jewelry designers are exploring the beauty that can be found in rough stones.
Ending Diffusion Confusion
Joel Arem gives us an in-depth analysis of diffusion, color treatment, and the scientific terms that can help everyone gain a better understanding of the on-going controversy about color treatment of gems.
Tough Times, Bold Beauty
How are fasion and jewelry designers approaching today's strained economy? Deborah Yonick attended the Fall Fashion Shows in New York to find out what's ahead in the coming months.
Designer 911: Gray Matter
On the fasion runways, many designers mixed metals with strong neutrals like gray, black, and deep purple. Our designer panel talks about their approaches to this stunning combination.
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