Gemological tests showed that the stone was not sapphire and did not resemble that of any other stone known.
To join the society, professionals must have studied and completed an accredited or graduate program from the GIA or Gemological Association of Great Britain and have been trading for longer than 2 years.
The European Gemological Laboratory (EGL) is one of the largest and oldest independent gemological institutions.
Finding an uncut Arkansas diamond can be an exciting experience that may lead to stunning jewelry or a rare gemological discovery.
Differentiating these stones from natural diamonds can be difficult, but as Lux notes, "it is possible with sophisticated gemological equipment."
