The Gemological Institute of America (GIA) plans to hold new Advanced Synthetic Diamond Seminars in Mumbai and London during August, and one at its world headquarters in Carlsbad, California in October.
According to IDEX Online, the GIA seminars will offer “in-depth knowledge of advanced diamond identification techniques […] and hands-on experience with current production synthetic diamonds and the latest detection technology”. Previous gemological training or experience is recommended. The seminars will use GIA instrumentation for differentiating natural diamonds from CVD and HPHT synthetic diamonds and diamond simulants.
According to the report, the seminars are scheduled around other industry events – the GIA International Gemological Symposium in Carlsbad, California; the Hong Kong Gem and Mineral Show; the India International Fashion Jewellery & Accessories Show; and the International Jewellery London trade show.
