The Gemological Institute of America (GIA), Thailand will host its 33rd gemstone gathering on February 24 2010. In the gathering, Mr. Richard W. Wise, a graduate gemologist and president of R.W. Wise goldsmiths will share his experience as a gem explorer and author.

Richard who began his career as a goldsmith has traveled from the ruby mines of upper Burma to the outback of Australia and Brazil hinterland for black pearl farms of Tahiti in search of rare and beautiful gemstones. Also, he interviewed the world famous gemstone experts and received their entrée for private collections. He recently completed his first novel, the French blue based upon the life of the 17th century gem dealer jean baptiste Tavernier.

Richard’s “Secrets Of The Gem Trade, The Connoisseur’s Guide To Precious Gemstones“, presents a variation of classic 4 C’s applied to the grading diamonds which he calls The Four C’s of Connoisseurship” or the four factors for quality-grading colored gemstones and pearls. Wise discuss the history and use of these four factors as they relate to grade ruby and sapphire.

The event begins at 6 pm in Pacific Rooms 1 – 3. Light refreshments will be provided.

Venue
Pan Pacific Bangkok Hotel,
952 Rama IV Road, Bangkok 10500.

Event gatherings are eligible for an autographed copy of the French Blue.

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