The Latest on Synthetic Diamonds | Dr. James Shigley | GIA at JCK

Learn more about the latest developments in HPHT and CVD synthetic diamonds, the status of gem-quality synthetic diamonds in the market and the methods used by GIA to detect them. Dr. James Shigley is a distinguished research fellow at GIA in Carlsbad, CA. Learn more about GIA Melee Analysis Service: https://www.gia.edu/melee-analysis GIA iD100TM gem testing device is an easy-to-operate, sophisticated desktop instrument to reliably identify mounted and loose natural, colorless diamonds, separating them from all simulants and diamonds that may be synthetic or treated. For more information on the GIA iD100 (tm) gem testing device, contact GIA at [email protected]. View Press Release: https://www.gia.edu/gia-news-press/prototype-mounted-gem-testing-device Learn more about natural and synthetic diamonds: Gem Encyclopedia – Diamond: https://www.gia.edu/diamond Diamond Buyer’s Guide: https://www.gia.edu/diamond#buyers-guide Identifying Lab-Grown Diamonds: https://www.gia.edu/identifying-lab-grown-diamonds GIA exists to connect people to the understanding of gems. Our videos provide more information on diamonds, gems, and other related topics: History of the 4Cs of Diamond Quality by GIA: https://youtu.be/yjfUe-XSp14 How to Choose a Diamond: 10-Minute GIA Diamond Grading Guide by GIA: https://youtu.be/PafhSuJQb30 Heat Treating Montana Sapphire: https://youtu.be/f1n1FvWBQEg Bolivian Ametrine by GIA: https://youtu.be/d2pgaz5mNxI Lightning Ridge: The World Capital of Black Opal: https://youtu.be/ZkhY9fcp54k SUBSCRIBE TO OUR CHANNEL https://www.youtube.com/officialGIAchannel FOLLOW US Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GIA4Cs Blog: http://4cs.gia.edu/en-us/blog/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/gianews Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/giapins/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/giagrams/ Google Plus: https://plus.google.com/107659062959606193241