For only the fourth time in three decades, the Gemological Institute of America is inviting the international gem and jewelry community to come together for an event unlike any other.

The International Gemological Symposium (IGS) is a prestigious forum that attracts professionals from every sector of the gem and jewelry trade. For three days, leading researchers and industry experts converge in San Diego, California, to address key economic, technological, and geopolitical factors of the industry in the 21st century.

Navigating the Challenges Ahead

Since the last Symposium in 1999, the landscape of the jewelry industry has changed dramatically. We have seen radical new supply and distribution channels…new consumer purchasing trends…the fallout from beryllium-diffused sapphires…and the advent of gem-quality CVD synthetic diamonds…

The theme, “Navigating the Challenges Ahead,” speaks to the very fact that we are entering uncharted territory. The International Gemological Symposium will address the sweeping changes that have occurred at every level within the gem and jewelry industry.

During this important event, scientists, educators, and business leaders will offer their findings and insights on a vast array of topics, including:

• Latest gem treatments
• New gem occurrences
• Synthetic and imitation gems
• Marketing and economics in the jewelry industry
• Diamond and colored stone manufacturing and distribution
• Challenges for the retailer
• Contemporary jewelry design
• Antique and estate jewelry
• Pearls

What makes this occasion even more significant is, the 4th International Gemological Symposium and the GIA Gemological Research Conference will be held in conjunction with GIA’s 75th anniversary. This event and celebration should not be missed, and will absolutely not be forgotten.

Are you ready?