SSEF and UNIMEC introduce the ASDI-500, world’s most precise automated small synthetic diamond screener
The ASDI-500 is able to detect and extract synthetics and simulants as small as half a millimetre in diameter, at the astounding speed of 700 stones per hour. The ASDI-500 Automated Diamond Spectral Inspection system, jointly developed by SSEF and UNIMEC, which will be unveiled at GemGenève International Gem a
Coral-ID: A forensically validated genetic test to identify precious coral material and its application to objects seized from illegal traffic
Coral-ID: A forensically validated genetic test to identify precious coral material and its application to objects seized from illegal traffic. Forensic Science International: Genetics 58 (2022), 102663
DNA fingerprinting as a tool in modern gemmology
DNA fingerprinting as a tool in modern gemmology. Journal of the Gemm. Association of Hong Kong, Vol. 43, 13-17.
SSEF at GemGenève (03-06 November 2022, Booth J16/17)
SSEF is honoured to take part in the upcoming edition of the GemGenève show at Palexpo in Geneva. We will be offering coloured gemstone express testing services at our booth J16/17. SSEFGemGenève Booth J16/1703-06 November 2022 (November 2nd is setup day, goods can be submitted from 10am onwards)Tel: +41 79 2
50 years of SSEF: special symposium & gathering of key industry leaders in Basel
For 50 years, the Swiss Gemmological Institute SSEF has been the forefront of scientific gemmological research and testing to support a thriving gemstone and jewellery trade. In tribute of both its mission and accomplishments, some 150 industry leaders and opinion-makers from around the world gathered in Basel
Synthetic moissanite with reflectivity of diamond
Synthetic moissanite with reflectivity of diamond. The Journal of Gemmology, 38(4), 323-325.
Demantoid from Kerman Province, South-east Iran: A Mineralogical and Gemmological Overview
Demantoid from Kerman Province, South-east Iran: A Mineralogical and Gemmological Overview. The Journal of Gemmology, 38(4), 329–347.
ISO standards in the diamond trade: history and benefits (2022)
Presentation at the 2022 Rendez-Vous Gemmologiques de Paris Conference by Jean-Pierre Chalain (original version of this presentation was in French, this version has been translated into English)
SSEF at Jewellery & Gem World Singapore (27-30 September 2022, Booth 5B36)
SSEF will exhibit at Jewellery & Gem World Singapore (27-30 September 2022, Booth 5B36)
The value of pearls: A historical review and current trends
The value of pearls: A historical review and current trends. Published in GemGuide, May/June 2022, 1-8.