As I begin my GIA Gemology training today…

I reflect upon the knowledge I already have…

Here are fun facts I found from my OWN research online, browsing articles & blogs:
— sapphires & rubies are the SAME mineral, corundum
— rubies & spinels are mined together
— emeralds & aquamarines are the SAME mineral, beryl
— diamonds are semi common

Here are the standards I want for the jewelry division of my fashion House:
— 100% platinum & 21–22K gold settings
— natural AND lab-grown accent diamonds, D-Flawless & VVS
— opal, meteorite, & mother of pearl pavé settings
— hand-painted enamel details

Here are my favorite gems, aside from diamonds:
— sapphires, specifically Kashmir
— Melo Melo & conch pearls
— spinels, “the original ruby”
* — blue diamonds are my favorite type of diamond

All my best,
Chris X
Feb 22, 2021