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Expert Advice on GST Implication by Mr. Mark Gershburg- CEO, GSI

Under the new rates, semi-diamonds and cut diamonds will attract a 3% tax, whereas rough diamond imports will attract a 0.25% tax.

Expert advice on GST Implication by Mr. Mark Gershburg- CEO, GSI

http://tnjtv.com/news/Technology/GST.html

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Win a Mobile Synthetic Diamond Detector at GSI's booth 121 at CBG Jewelry Show!Just follow these simple steps to enter the competition:a. Visit us at booth 121b. Like and follow us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/Gemsciencec. Follow us on Instagram: www.instagram.com/gemscienceinternational #gsi #gemologicalorganization #cbg #cbglasvegas #jewelry #jewelryshow Estelle Hedaya OGITech #lasvegas #giveaway #syntheticdetector

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GSI at Las Vegas

Book your dates to visit two of the largest jewelry shows of Las Vegas! Meet us at CBG Jewelry Show, booth no. 121, Caesars Palace from June 2nd to June 4th. And at JCK Jewelry Convention Mandalay Bay, Mandalay Resort, Palm E from June 5th to June 8th. #Jewelryshow #JCKLasVegas #JCKBound #CBGLasVegas #CBGJewelryShow #LasVegas #LiveTesting

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After a series of tests and experiments, GSI research department finally came up with a proprietary technique for identification of origin in smaller size diamonds. The methods of testing that were developed made significant differences in securing the natural diamonds pipeline… Read more on

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The Diamond View is designed solely for fluorescence imaging of Diamonds. The unit may be used in conjunction with other IIDGR verification instruments, such as the Diamond Sure, as a means of examining referral diamonds, or It may be used independently of them.

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Lavalier Personal Jewelry announces affiliate partnership with Gemological Science International

The Lavalier Personal Jewelry is offering a 10% premium discount with Gemological Science International (GSI)  grading reports!

Read more at:

https://goo.gl/kZe5UU

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Words are never enough to thank for all that a mother does!

Team GSI wishes a very happy Mother's Day to all

#Everydayisamothersday

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#GSIInNews

Mr. Mark Gershburg, Founder and Ms. Debbie Azar, Co-founder of GSI, along with other industry experts, made brief presentations on their labs, on grading and testing and certification and said they were keen to work in close co-operation with the trade to prevent the contamination of the natural diamond pipeline by unscrupulous mixing.

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Did you know?

Star-effect or "asterism" is caused by the dense inclusions of tiny fibers of rutile (also known as "silk"). The stars are caused by the light reflecting from needle-like inclusions of rutile aligned perpendicular to the rays of the star. However, since rutile is always present in star rubies, they are never completely transparent. In fact, star ruby is one of those few gemstones which actually require inclusions (i.e. rutile).

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Did you know?

#GemstoneFacts

Being an ancient gemstone and thanks to its hardness and colorful appearance, it was one among the first materials familiar to mankind. In the ancient days, it was believed that wearing Agates made the wearer friendly, truthful and persuasive. In short, it was considered to broaden the perspective of life.

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The 12 most Expensive gemstones in the World! Click here for more

https://www.forbes.com/sites/trevornace/2015/11/02/12-most-expensive-gemstones-world/#25a173fd1538

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GSI offering cutting edge technology with Quality customer service for the Diamond Sector

Nearly a decade ago, GSI began to develop a ground-breaking diamond screening service by using cutting edge technology for synthetic diamond detection which is now available in India.

Founded in 2005 in New York City, GSI provides reliable gemstone identification and grading services, is engaged in gemological research, and also offers a variety of educational programs to help prepare the new generation of professional graders.

GSI brought together a variety of tools, techniques and instruments for different examinations, from experimental tools to industry approved ones, such as Diamond View and Diamond Sure (which was recently tested by the world’s expert testing organization UL and recognized as the most reliable instrument for synthetic testing and screening).

They were the first grading lab in the world to begin testing of smaller size diamonds in bulk and since then GSI has never looked back.  

Diamonds are graded using the 4C’s (a grading system to determine quality). The 4 C’s are Cut, Color, Clarity and Carat.

Cut

There are three factors that determine a diamond's cut quality:

Proportions: the relative sizes and angles of the diamond's parts and facets

Symmetry: the precision of the cut design, especially the facets

Polish: the smoothness and luster of the diamond's surface

Carat

A diamond's weight is measured in carats. Diamond prices increase with carat weight because larger diamonds are less common and more desirable.

Color

The color evaluation on gem-quality diamonds is based on the absence of color. It's important to remember that you are generally searching for a stone with little to no color.

Clarity

It is very common for diamonds to be formed with slight imperfections. Clarity is a measure of the tiny imperfections found in almost every diamond. The clarity grade of a diamond affects the value and price.

GSI issues grading reports for the treatments of diamonds that is not reversible and is permanent.  GSI services also include QR code and laser inscription on girdle.

GSI has always maintained International Standards for synthetic diamond detection by grading the 4’c.  They also utilize other instruments such as FTIR spectrometes, Raman spectrometer, UV-VIS spectrometer etc.

Having developed its technology for grading systems in 21st Century, GSI has been able to incorporate the very latest and best in technology with Experts in their Research & Development team. At GSI, application of technology starts at the very beginning of the diamond grading process.

GSI’s Diamond detection services include

    Diamond jewelry random origin testing

    Diamond jewelry comprehensive origin testing

    Diamond jewelry screening

    Loose diamond origin testing

    Loose diamond screening

    Melee/ Star batch origin testing

    Melee/ Star batch screening

    Diamond jewelry treatment testing

    On site diamond origin screening

    On site diamond jewelry screening

One of the major concerns that jewelry retailers have is the issue of safety of their jewelry and cumbersome logistics while moving it out of their showroom for certification. There is also an additional concern of non-availability of goods in their showroom for the duration of certification. The answer to these concerns is GSI’s “Unique Mobile Diamond Grading Lab”, in which the GSI team of trained graders will visit the client’s premises and grade their jewelry onsite.

"With our strong research and development staff and our efficient services, we aim to provide complete satisfaction to our end customers and diamantaires. Our dedicated team of professionals combined with the cutting-edge technology differentiates GSI from other research desks" says Ms. Seema Athavale who is a Chief Gemologist with GSI specializing in Spectroscopy.

GSI has experimented with various advanced instruments and has settled on Bruker FTIR spectrophotometer with micro plate accessory (FTIR High Throughput Screening Extension) TENSOR II. In the second stage, GSI runs tests with different plates, patterns and positioning amongst a number of other experiments.  

Spectroscopy plays a very important role in gemology. From basic spectroscope to the advanced spectroscopic instruments such as Raman spectrometer, FTIR, UV-VIS-IR spectrometer, Fluorimeter, LIBS these are essential pieces of gemological equipment. FTIR or Fourier Transform Infra Red spectrometer—The uniqueness of FTIR is in its ability simultaneously collect high spectral resolution data over a wide spectral range

FTIR has some broad applications in gemology, such as:

    Identification of types of diamonds

    Identification of synthetic diamonds, quartz and emeralds

    Identification of heat treatment in corundum

    Identification of fracture filling in corundum

    Identification of Resin filling in emerald

While the use of conventional FTIR technology for analysis of gemstones is not new in gemology, the application for this particular purpose is new. While anybody can acquire the instrument, it is the methods of use and result interpretation that makes the real difference.

After a series of tests and experiments GSI research department finally came up with a proprietary technique for identification of origin in smaller size diamonds. The methods of testing that were developed made significant differences in securing the natural diamonds pipeline. The constant race between development of new products and new treatments and ways to detect them to ensure the livelihood of hundreds of thousands of people employed in our industry. It is extremely important for responsible gemological laboratories to make extraordinary efforts to help the industry to deal with the threats posed by undisclosed synthetic diamonds.

GSI started its Indian unit in Surat and became operational in August 2015 with a goal to help the local industry deal with the undeclared manmade melees and stars diamonds and other services.

With innovative technology and strong research and development team, GSI aims to provide the customer with accurate and consistent service which gives an additional layer of confidence to customers with the right grading report.  

GSI’s grading service and melee testing service, is breaking new ground in providing top quality, innovative, competitively priced and highly reliable diamond services.

Find out more about GSI’s services at the Diamond Detection Expo & Symposium, Surat.

 For more information, contact Priti Dubey, Corporate Communications Manager at priti.dubey@gemscience.net.

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Topaz or Diamonds?

Can you tell the difference?

Get your Diamonds graded by GSI and know what you own!

Visit: www.gemscience.net to know more or e-mail us at info@gemscience.net

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“Enough of just diamond cutting and polishing work. Now we have to be number one in gems & jewellery, not only in ‘Make in India’ but ‘Designed in India’ jewellery in the world,” says Narendra Modi, Prime Minister- India

Read more here:

http://www.thehindu.com/business/Industry/when-all-that-glitters-beckons/article18195546.ece

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Gemstone Facts

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"Gemological Science International (GSI) has taken active steps to educate the trade consumers in the past and it is extremely imperative to do it in future as well. We work with many organizations to stay at the forefront of the industry whether it is related to synthetic diamonds or treatments or gemstones", says Debbie Azar , Executive V.P- GSI, in an exclusive conversation with Tnjtv (The New Jeweller Group).