[cid:image001.jpg@01D7C4C2.902FCBF0] Hear from GIA researchers on the latest topics: Understanding the Origin of Natural Diamonds Thursday, October 21 at 10:00 a.m. PDT Register<https://discover.gia.edu/webinar-understanding-origin-natural-diamonds.html> Do you know your diamond’s origin? Join GIA Research Scientist Dr. Evan Smith and GIA Global Business Development Director Matt Tratner as they explain why diamond origin is important in today's marketplace, some of the challenges that exist in identifying a diamond's country of origin, and how GIA uses the scientific matching process to confirm a diamond's origin. Speakers: [cid:image002.jpg@01D7C4C2.902FCBF0] Dr. Evan Smith, GIA research scientist, is an expert in diamond geology. His work centers around diamond inclusions and what they reveal about the evolution of the Earth. Matthew Tratner currently serves as director of global business development for GIA. His previous positions include director of membership and sales at Jewelers of America and publisher of National Jeweler. Tratner has over 15 years of jewellery industry experience that spans retail sales, manufacturing, e-commerce, publishing and marketing. He has a Bachelor of Arts from Empire State College and an Accredited Jewelry Professional diploma (AJP) from GIA. [cid:image003.jpg@01D7C4C2.902FCBF0] The most common shape for rough gem quality diamond is the octahedron. Crystals that are almost perfect in shape and transparency are called glassies. ===================== Recorded past GIA Knowledge Sessions<https://www.gia.edu/knowledge-sessions-webinar> =====================