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Presentations
Sunday
Monday
Exotic Common Opals
Catching Light on Edges / A Look at Historical and
Contemporary Intaglios
Scratched Surfaces and Light On the Edge
We will be discussing a wide range of materials classified as Opals that do not show any spectral color
flashes, or display play-of-color, and are usually referred to as “Common Opals” in contrast to their
“Precious” cousins.
What these Opals have is a striking body color- blue, pink, yellow, green, or stark white, and may show
bands, stripes or scenic patterns. Many of them come from exotic or remote locales, and most are natural,
not treated in any way. Their appealing beauty should take them out of the “common” class and place them
straight into the “exotic, stunning, rare and unusual” stratosphere. They are used for unusual cabochons,
carvings and beads, with prices ranging from a few dollars to hundreds of dollars, and when set into jewelry
they are alluring and fascinating.
Materials that fall under the category of ‘Exotic Common Opals’ include Blue and Pink Opal from Peru
and Arizona, Ice-cream Opal from Spencer, Idaho, Morado Opal from Mexico, Bertrandite (or Tiffany Stone)
from Utah, Candy-stripe and Utah Lace Opal from Utah, dendritic white Opal, yellow Opal from Idaho, and
various green Opals from Serbia, Tanzania, Argentina, Indonesia, and green cat’s eye Opal from Brazil.
Helen hopes to provide enough evidence to back up the case that these Opals should be referred to as
Exotic Common Opals, and offer guidance to evaluating the quality and value of these pieces. She will have
many of these Opals for hands-on assessment.
New Generation of Natural Looking CVD-grown Diamonds - How to separate them from
Natural Diamonds in few steps! (Lecture and Workshop!)
There has been an increasing number of synthetic diamonds in the jewelry market over the past decade,
and especially those grown by CVD method. We are reporting on distribution of “naturally looking” CVDgrown treated pink and as-grown blue (Si doped) type IIa diamonds by Orion (PDC) company in Hong Kong
and brown and colorless CVD-grown diamonds by Scio Diamonds, USA.
They could be separated form similar looking natural pink, blue, brown and cololress diamonds by use
of combination of standard instruments (portable polarioscope, UV lamp) and advanced spectrometers (UVVIS, FTIR and PL at low temperatures).
Come to this lecture and workshop and learn how to screen for CVD-grown colored and colorless
diamonds using UV lamp and portable polarisocope mounted on microscope! You need to know also
your limitations using standard instruments and when type II diamond in question should be sent to gem
laboratory for advanced testing with VIS-NIR, Infrared and Photoluminescence spectrometers.
Ivory and the Loss of Individual Rights of Ownership
What all the fuss is about with saving the elephants? Understanding the various terms and timeframes of
international agreements to help curb the annihilation of these great creatures. The loss of value when a
product can no longer be imported, sold, exported, auctioned or moved. What is an appraiser to do? What
are insurance companies going to do?
Gems of the People - Collectible Beads
In Part II of her continuing series on Estate Exotics, Sindi will focus on beads. Why beads? Beads have
accompanied humans since we lived in caves. They are considered to be the first form of jewelry and
archaeological indicators of when we became “modern man”. So significant are beads, that most cultures
throughout history have used and continue to use beads to convey meaning and value, making them
valuable heirloom items and highly collectible. Historic trade and travelers have brought treasures from near
and far, which eventually cross our desks. Factors which help us to identify, categorize and determine value
for collectible beads will be discussed. Helpful resources will be shared.
Join Sindi for a fun and fascinating look into the world of collectible beads. The presentation should
help us better recognize these small, but far from insignificant treasures and become aware of their high
value.
This presentation will begin with a look at some highlights from intaglio gem
carving history. Nancy will then describe her own work with glass engraving
and intaglio gem work. We will look at the engraved surface to discover
clues left by the tools marks and discover the techniques used.
After a short break there will be a demonstration using a rotary drill and
diamond point. Using some very basic equipment you will be able to try
some engraving techniques on your own 3” tile of glass.
Designer Jewelry Drives the Market
Who are the old guard? Who has staying power? Who is of the moment?
Where to spot the designers? Where do artist jewelers fit in?
So You thought You Knew About diamonds - A Universal
Journey
Take a guided universal tour of diamonds with NAJA’s own Indiana Jones,
Michael Hutton - and yes, he really is from Indiana! Learn through the
mind’s eye of a former USAF Metrologist, advanced electronics mechanic
and a Johannesburg rained diamond cutter, the many esoteric and related
topics about diamonds NOT taught by GIA. Arm chair travel through the
jungle and diamond fields of Indonesia, the Big Hole at Kimberly and Table
Mountain in Capetown (but not limited to!); also dealing in rough and gold in
South Africa.
Tax Deductible
Treasury Regulation 1.162-5 permits an income tax deduction for educational expenses to improve or
maintain professional skills (registration fees, travel and a portion of meals and lodging are included).
Special Event at Tucson
Book Signings during coffee and lunch breaks as well as at the NAJA Exhibit Booth, G11, in the Tucson
Convention Center.
On-Site Registration Hours
Participants may pick up their conference notebook and name tag in the Greenlee Room, which also
serves as NAJA’s Exhibit Room starting Saturday, January 31st, noon to 5 PM. Sunday, February 1st,
registration continues in the Greenlee Room, 7:00 to 8:00 AM. The NAJA Exhibit Room will also be
opened during extended breaks & lunches and after the last session until 6:30 PM.
Hotel Reservations
The American Gem Trade Association has invited NAJA conferees to secure their own room reservations
through AGTA’s website.
You need to make your reservations NOW! You can always cancel two weeks before arrival you’re
your plans change. Many of us have been on the receiving end of not getting rooms - living indoors is a
good thing during GemFair week.
A complete listing of the AGTA Preferred Hotels may also be found by logging onto www.agta.org/
tradeshows.
What to Bring & What to Wear
Comfortable western casual
Loupe, pen light & tweezers
Your 2015 NAJA membership card for registration at local shows (i.e., AGTA)
Special Workshop & Lab - Mysteries of the Rainbow
Two Hour Workshops - 10 to noon, 2 - 4 PM - Class size limited to 20 attendees each. $45
Colin H. Winter, FGA, DGA, Hilary Winter, BA, FGA, DGA
Principles of the spectroscope and an introduction to spectroscopic techniques. You will learn:
1. how to get the best results from your spectroscope
2. interpreting gemstone spectra
3. distinguishing between conflicting spectra
After a brief PowerPoint lecture, there will be entirely hands on demonstrations. Some lights and plenty
of test stones provided. Bring your own spectroscope, pen light and any stones that have stymied you.
There will be OPL instruments for purchase at the NAJA member discount rate.
Certification Exam
Saturday morning, January 31, 2015 is your first opportunity in 2015 to sit for your certification exam.
You need to make reservations for this exam.
Color Vision Test
Please be aware that it is now required for members to take the color vision test at least once in the last
five years, here is your opportunity to make sure your color acuity is what it should be for a gemologist/
appraiser. The Farnsworth-Munsell & Isihara color vision testing will be available only on Sunday,
February 1st. Fourteen (14) half hour appointments will be given on a first-come-first-serve basis.
The Annual Members’ Banquet
Join in the celebration of NAJA’s 43rd Winter Education Conference! Guadalajara Restaurant will host
the Members’ Banquet with authentic Mexican cuisine (and other goodies for the non-carnivores!).
Cash bar, as always, is available. The event is included in your conference fee.
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Registration Fees
Member Before 1/15 After 1/15
$395
$445
Non Member
$600
$650
New Members & Conference fees for non-members (a savings of the
$25 processing fee)
$590
$640
c 10:00 AM to Noon
c 2:00 to 4:00 PM –
– 10 attendees
10 attendees
Certification Testing
January 31st, Saturday morning only
$50
Color Vision Test
February 1st, Sunday only
$45
Banquet for Guest
February 2nd, Monday night
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Mysteries of the Rainbow Spectrascope Workshop
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$45
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Cancellation Policy:
Your registration fee will be refunded 100% if your written or faxed
cancellation is received by January 15, 2015. Cancellations after
January 15, 2015 there will be charged a service fee of $125.
Your registration fee includes presentations for all two days, conference
handouts, lunches, morning & afternoon coffee breaks with healthy
snacks, and the February 2, Monday evening Members’ Banquet.
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