The Canadian Institute of Gemmology proudly presents

GEMOLOGY WORLD^™

Ammolite is a unique Canadian gemstone

Gemmology is the science about gemstones.

One of the objectives of this website is to provide gemmologists from around the world with an opportunity to exchange information in a fast and efficient way. At the same time GEMOLOGY WORLD™ can serve as a resource for the general public to learn more about gems, diamonds and jewellery.

Gemstones have intrigued mankind since early times in history. Today new challenges have to be met by the professional gemmologist in detecting synthetic gem materials, colour enhanced and simulated gemstones, and most recently as reported in the news media - the colour enhancement of diamonds.

We hope that we can contribute to an international network of gemmologists in sharing information about all aspects of gemmology ranging from new gem deposits to innovative gem identification techniques. Please feel free to contact us with your ideas.

The website is also Palm and PocketPC ready including WAP services.

J. Wolf Kuehn, Webmaster, F.G.G., F.G.A., Gemmological Consultant

What's new?

• New interactive features with fast navigation throughout the website.
• A Student Activity Centre for C.I.G. students and Gem Connoisseur Club members.
• A fully automated shopping cart system where you can register for C.I.G. courses and purchase books, instruments and study-gems on-line.
• Streaming video in our Electronic Gemstone Library which will take you right into gem mines and show you where the action is.
• For a quick visit to a topaz mine in Brazil click for RealVideo 1.05 minute (2.3 Mb) or for Quicktime 1.05 minute (3.5 Mb).

A lot has changed since then. Today you can visit flashing websites with dozens of advertising banners and a multitude of graphical interfaces.

I constantly evaluate whether any of these innovations may be beneficial for GEMOLOGY WORLD. Please visit again soon.

This site is continously growing and evolving. If you have any comments or suggestions please feel free to send them.

How do you rate Gemology World? Vote here

Now you can order gem-books on-line

Gemology World Quiz

The Gemstone Inclusion Library - purchase your copy NOW

Visit the following pages (soon to be updated)

Seminario Internacional de Gemologia 2001, 21 de Junio, Lima, Peru

Picture Gallery of South America Study Tour, Peru and Brazil, GemFesta 2001

• Designing Jewellery
• Casting of Jewellery
• History of Jewellery I: Ancient Times
• History of Jewellery II, Medieval Times to Art Nouveau
• History of Jewellery III, 19th and 20th Century
• Art Nouveau
• Brazil Design 2005 - Slide Show

Visit to a topaz mine in Brazil click for RealVideo, 1.05 minute (2.3 Mb) or for Quicktime, 1.05 minute (3.5 Mb).

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