Synthetic gemstones aren't something we need to avoid in the trade but rather they can be something we leverage and use to benefit customers (as long as we are honest and know our facts.)

In this podcast episode we take a look at how a ruby the size of a thumb can grow in a lab in hours, so why not underground as well? Conditions in a lab need to duplicate those in nature otherwise the stone wouldn't form.

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Here is evidence of crystals crystalizing a yard in a day. 

https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2020/10/201006132126.htm?fbclid=IwAR2ZHk86rd5G_HBIUItqlHgq24QbiP819Byy7Hd4yQK8EzJoNEM8h_BLWNE

Why use a diamond for an engagement ring? There are so many different coloured stones one could use for an engagement ring. 

All gemstones can be graded accurately by using the ICSL gemstone grading system except diamonds. The International standard for grading diamonds is the GIA diamond grading system. For more information on the ICSL grading system go to our website www.gemlab.co.za

There is quite a bit of confusion when it comes to the metals used in jewellery. This podcast will explain the metals used.

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This podcast will help you decide on what diamond to purchase for your engagement ring. It will illustrate how each of the 4C's can affect the price.

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This podcast is to help you make up your mind on what diamond to buy and how the grading of the diamond can affect the price. It will also show you how to save money on not paying for something that you can't see or that will affect the appearance of the diamond.

This podcast is to help you make up your mind on what diamond to buy and how the grading of the diamond can affect the price. It will also show you how to save money on not paying for something that you can't see or that will affect the appearance of the diamond. 

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A gemstone can be a very good investment provided you get the right advice from a qualified gemmologist that is familiar specifically in investment gemstones. A question we get asked often is, "Is a diamond a good investment"? the answer is not if you purchase the diamond from a retailer. The key to investing in gemstones is getting the right advise, price and the finest quality gemstones.  It must be THE GEM LAB Approved.

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