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Jade
“Jade” is a generic term for nephrite, jadeite, and under certain conditions green omphacite. In China, a pierced jade disk is a symbol of heaven.

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Fall 1982 G&G; Lab Notes
This section, from the Fall 1982 issue of Gems & Gemology, is a compilation of interesting finds from GIA’s laboratories.
Fall 1995 G&G; Lab Notes
Fall 1996 G&G; Lab Notes
Fall 1993 G&G; Lab Notes
This section, from the Fall 1993 issue of Gems & Gemology, is a compilation of interesting finds from GIA’s laboratories.
Fall 1994 G&G; Lab Notes
This section, from the Fall 1994 issue of Gems & Gemology, is a compilation of interesting finds from GIA’s laboratories.
Fall 1985 G&G; Lab Notes
This section, from the Fall 1985 issue of Gems & Gemology, is a compilation of interesting finds from GIA’s laboratories.
Fall 2004 G&G; Lab Notes
This section, from the Fall 2004 issue of Gems & Gemology, is a compilation of interesting finds from GIA's laboratories.
Winter 2006 Gem News International
A compilation of gem news from around the world, covering topics such as localities, unusual gem materials, market news, new products, discoveries, jewelry manufacturing techniques, and industry trends.
Summer 2001 G&G; Lab Notes
Summer 2002 G&G; Lab Notes
This section, from the Summer 2002 issue of Gems & Gemology, is a compilation of interesting finds from GIA’s laboratories.
Summer 2003 G&G; Lab Notes
This section, from the Summer 2003 issue of Gems & Gemology, is a compilation of interesting finds from GIA’s laboratories.









