Gemological Science International

{{Infobox university

|name = Gemological Science International (GSI)

|logo = Gemological Science International (GSI) Logo.png

|established =2005

|type =

|head =Debbie Azar

|city =New York City

|state =New York

|country =United States

|website ={{URL|http://www.gemscience.net}}

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Gemological Science International, or GSI, is an independent gemological organization that is one of the largest gemological entities in the world, with offices in four continents.{{cite web|title=Gemological Science International Introduces Its Unique Mobile Diamond Grading Lab|url= http://www.goldbookmagazin.com/gbm/gemological-science-international-gsi-introduces-its-unique-mobile-diamond-grading-lab/

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Founded in New York City in 2005 by Mark Gershburg and Debbie Azar,{{cite web|title=Gemological Science International In Partnership with Lavalier Jewelry Insurance|url=http://www.idexonline.com/FullArticle?Id=43096 |publisher=IDEX|access-date=17 May 2017}}{{cite web|title=Debbie Azar receives ORT Award|url=https://www.jckonline.com/editorial-article/debbie-azar-receives-ort-award/ |publisher=JCK Online|access-date=17 March 2018}}{{cite web|title=GSI Founder Debbie Azar's Interviews Seem By Over 3 Million People Online|url=https://instoremag.com/news/headlines/22776-gemological-science-international-executive-s-interview-seen-by-over-3m-viewers |publisher=In Store Mag|access-date=21 December 2016}}{{cite web|title=Gershburg Resigns from U.S. Kimberley Process Authority to Focus on GSI| date=13 December 2016 |url=http://www.diamonds.net/News/NewsItem.aspx?ArticleID=58346&ArticleTitle=Mark+Gershburg+Resigns+from+U.S.+KP+Authority+ |publisher=Diamonds.Net|access-date=13 December 2016}} GSI's laboratory division provides diamond and gemstone grading and identification services as well as gemological research, and a variety of educational programs for gemological professionals. GSI also acts as a resource of gem and jewelry information for trade press, global media organizations and the general public.

GSI’s worldwide headquarters is located in New York City’s Diamond District. GSI has laboratories in India (Mumbai, Surat and Thrissur); the Israel (Ramat Gan); UAE (Dubai); Belgium (Antwerp); Botswana (Gaborone); and Hong Kong.{{cite web|title=Gemological Science International Introduces Its Unique Mobile Diamond Grading Lab|url= http://www.goldbookmagazin.com/gbm/gemological-science-international-gsi-introduces-its-unique-mobile-diamond-grading-lab/|publisher=Gold Book Magazine|access-date=21 March 2017}}

Gemological laboratory services

GSI Gemological Laboratory performs a number of services including: loose and mounted diamonds grading; origin testing of loose and mounted diamonds and gemstones; cut grade analysis; light analysis reports; gemstone identification; sorting and screening of melee; treatment identification; laser inscription on diamonds and gemstones; metal engraving; metal inspection; and 360-degree virtual imaging. GSI became the first gem lab to implement leading edge technologies to test all loose diamonds and gemstones for their origin.{{cite web|title=Debbie Azar of GSI Speaks at Dubai Dimaond Conference on Rising Concerns of Lab Grown Diamonds|url= http://www.minestomarket.net/debbie-azar-chief-panelist-on-rising-concerns-of-lab-grown-diamond-in-dubai-diamond-conference/|publisher=MinesToMarket.Net|access-date=4 November 2017}}

GSI offers different types of grading and identification reports, issued with differing formats, details, and prices. Each report includes educational materials to help consumers understand the information in the context of personal jewelry and diamond purchases.{{cite web|title=Can I Trust the Diamond Certificate|url= http://www.jewelrywise.com/engagement-wedding/article/can-i-trust-the-diamond-grading-certificate|publisher=JewelryWise.com|access-date=5 December 2017}}{{cite web|title=GSI Expands Its Synthetic Diamond Testing|url= https://www.nationaljeweler.com/diamonds-gems/grading/6147-gsi-expands-its-synthetic-diamond-testing|publisher=NationalJeweler.com|access-date=21 December 2017}}

Social responsibility

GSI participates in trade organizations including the Jewelers Security Alliance, Jewelers Vigilance Committee, Responsible Jewellery Council (RJC), Dubai Multi Commodities Centre (DMCC), Israel Diamond Exchange (IDE), Jewelers for Children (JFC), Women’s Jewelry Association, Bharat Diamond Bourse, Antwerp Diamond Club and more. GSI helps to increase exposure for leading jewelry designers by sponsoring showcase events of their work.

In May, 2018, GSI co-founder Debbie Azar was appointed to The Responsible Jewellery Council (RJC) Board of Directors.{{cite web|title=GSI's Debbie Azar Appointed to the RJC's Board of Directors|date=22 May 2018 |url=https://www.minestomarket.news/gsis-debbie-azar-appointed-to-the-rjcs-board-of-directors/|publisher=Mines to Market|access-date=22 May 2018}}

References

External links

{{Official website|https://gemscience.net/}}

Category:Gemological laboratories

Category:Research institutes in New York (state)

Category:Educational organizations based in the United States

Category:Organizations based in New York City