As we all adapt to this difficult time, GIA thought it would be helpful to share some of the digital resources that are freely available to all on GIA.edu:
· Start or continue an education in gems and jewelry with an online course https://www.gia.edu/gem-education/distance
· Learn about the latest gemological research and new discoveries in Gems & Gemology – GIA’s quarterly journal – including the most recent issue on colored stone origin and every issue, back to 1934 https://www.gia.edu/gems-gemology
· Read some of the most important books on gemology, minerology, gems and jewelry in the digital collection of rare and historic books from GIA’s Cartier Rare Book Repository and Archives https://www.gia.edu/gia-news-research/rare-books-project-puts-gem-jewelry-history-reach
· Get a young child excited about the study of gemstones with GIA’s GemKids website https://gemkids.gia.edu
· Explore GIA’s online Gem Encyclopedia https://www.gia.edu/gem-encyclopedia
About GIA
Established in 1931, GIA is the world’s foremost authority on diamonds, colored stones, and pearls. A public benefit, nonprofit institute, GIA is the leading source of knowledge, standards, and education in gems and jewelry. Students around the globe turn to GIA for the knowledge, skills, and credentials that launch successful gem and jewelry careers. The world leader in gemological research, GIA’s breakthrough discoveries deepen our understanding of gemstones and the world. Through research, education, and unbiased gem grading and analysis, GIA strives to protect the gem and jewelry buying public by setting global quality standards. For more information, please visit www.gia.edu.
