In May 2024, the seventh year of the prestigious Mediterranean Gemological Conference took place, which took place in two locations - in Italy and in Piran, Slovenia. This major event attracted gemology professionals from around the world, including participants from Europe, Canada, the US and Australia. The conference has become a key venue for gem and jewelry professionals to meet and exchange knowledge.
Arete, a leading company in the field of gemological instruments, was a proud sponsor of this prestigious event, which featured a number of interesting lectures and presentations.
Advanced Diamond Identification Technologies
One of the highlights of the conference was the lecture by Albert Scarani and Mikko Åström from the Finnish company MAGILABS. These experts introduced GemmoRaman's advanced instruments that use Raman and Photoluminescence (PL) spectrometry technologies. These sophisticated tools are key to identifying diamond treatments and verifying their natural origin. Thanks to these technologies, gemologists can reliably determine whether a diamond is natural or lab-created, which is currently a very hot topic in the gemological industry.
Genetic classification of mineral inclusions
Other important speakers included the renowned forensic expert Dr. Jaroslav Hyršl, who focused on the genetic classification of mineral inclusions in quartz. His presentation provided valuable insights into the origin and formation of these fascinating microscopic structures within quartz.
Historical diamond jewelry research
Adeline Lageder and Dr. Vera MF Hammer from the Natural History Museum in Vienna presented research on historical diamond rings from the museum's collection. Their work highlighted the importance of combining traditional gemology with modern technologies to accurately evaluate historic jewelry. This approach not only allows for a better understanding of historical artifacts, but also contributes to their protection and conservation.
A study of zoisite and its modifications
Dr. Clemens Schwarzinger from the Johannes Kepler University in Linz presented an interesting study on zoisite. His research dealt not only with the different colors of this mineral, but also with advanced methods for identifying its modifications. This presentation provided valuable information for gemologists interested in this lesser known but fascinating gemstone.
History and development of diamond detection tools
Branko Deljanin of CGL Lab in Canada provided a historical overview of detection tools for diamonds of various origins. His talk emphasized the importance of combining multiple tools and methods to accurately identify diamonds. This topic is especially relevant in today's dynamic gem market, where the ability to distinguish between natural and synthetic diamonds is critical.
The importance and future of the conference
The Mediterranean Gemology Conference is not just a place to share the latest information and research in the field. It is also a space for establishing new contacts and cooperation between experts from all over the world. Arete is proud to support such initiatives that push the boundaries of gemological research and education.
The conference demonstrated how rapidly technology is evolving in the field of gemology and how important it is for industry professionals to keep up with these innovations. From advanced spectrometers to sophisticated methods of historical jewelry analysis, each presentation brought new insights and perspectives to the world of gemstones.
For more information on upcoming editions, we recommend checking the website of the Mediterranean Gemological Conference: gemconference.com.
As a company specializing in the sale of gemological aids, we at Arete are excited about the progress presented at this conference. We are committed to providing our customers with the most advanced tools and technology to help them keep up with the rapidly evolving world of gemology.
