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10 Questions with GSI President Debbie Azar – Interview by National Jeweler

Debbie Azar shares her thoughts on the future of diamond detection, screening melee today, “bad actors,” and more. By National Jeweler - https://www.nationaljeweler.com/articles/10003-10-questions-with-gsi-president-debbie-azar In this 10-question Q&A, Debbie Azar, president of Gemological Science International, answers questions about lab-grown diamonds, the...

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GSI Appoints Alethea Inns as Chief Learning Officer

GSI, New York – Gemological Science International (GSI) has appointed Alethea Inns as its Chief Learning Officer. The new role is part of GSI’s commitment to ongoing education programs, courses, and tools for the trade and consumers.  As a seasoned...

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GSI IDENTIFIES UNDISCLOSED SYNTHETIC WHITE SAPPHIRE MELEE IN JEWELRY

Gemological Science International (GSI), one of the largest gemological organizations in the world and a leader in diamond identification and screening, recently identified synthetic white sapphire melee in jewelry. The synthetic sapphires were detected during a routine jewelry screening. GSI’s...

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Leading US jewelry retailer, Fred Meyer Jewelers successfully completes GSI’s hands-on Diamond Essentials Course.

GEMOLOGICAL SCIENCE INTERNATIONAL PROVIDES TRAINING COURSE FOR FRED MEYER JEWELERS

Gemological Science International (GSI), one of the largest gemological organizations in the world, conducted the Diamond Essentials Course for retailer Fred Meyer Jewelers, a division of Kroger Co. (KR: NYSE). The two-day Diamond Essentials Course was held at the GSI...

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GSI TO OFFER DIAMOND TESTING AND SCREENING FOR UNDISCLOSED DIAMOND JEWELRY AT THE HONG KONG INTERNATIONAL JEWELLERY SHOW, FEB 28-MAR4. HALL 5D BOOTH DD38

Testing and screening in high demand at GSI’s new Hong Kong facility GSI, one of the largest gemological organizations in the world, will provide diamond testing and screening for jewelry manufacturers and retailers at its booth during the Hong Kong...

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FAQ

Where is Gemological Science International (GSI) located?

GSI is headquartered in New York, NY. It has 13 laboratories on four continents and in a number of countries: the United States, India, Dubai, Israel, Belgium, Hong Kong, and Botswana. This makes GSI one of the largest independent gemological organizations in the world.

Is there a difference between grading reports issued by different GSI laboratories?

All GSI laboratories grade using the same methods and adhere to the same standards. Every laboratory is staffed with highly trained professionals who have years of grading experience and an extensive gemological background.

What does it mean when a sales associate tells me my diamond is “GSI Certified” or is accompanied by a “GSI Certificate”?

The phrases “GSI Certificate” and “GSI Certified” are industry shorthand for GSI grading or identification reports. What this means to you is that expert gemologists and trained professionals meticulously evaluated the item. When your diamond, jewelry or gemstone is accompanied by a GSI grading report, you can be completely confident in the accuracy and objectivity of the evaluation.

Where can I find “GSI Certified Diamonds”?

GSI diamond grading and identification reports can be found in jewelry stores worldwide and online. Insist on a GSI grading report when shopping for a diamond, jewelry or gemstone.

What do I do if I lose my GSI Diamond Report?

Every GSI grading report is available on our website. Please visit gemscience.net and go to “verify your report”. Enter your GSI report number and you’ll instantly have access to a digital copy of it. You can also email us through the website to request a copy.

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