UP FRONT

ICA Promises Promo Action
Attendees left the International Colored Gemstone Association congress with a new optimism for the future. Can they keep the momentum going?

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Tucson Sales Surprisingly Solid
Amid low expectations, Tucson proved to be a spark of hope.

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Akoya Auctions: Getting better, slowly.

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FEATURES

Giving Orange a Bad Name
Beryllium-diffused sapphire is out there, but who's buying? The answer may surprise you.

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Taking the Pulse
Industry honchos weigh in on what they see coming in the next year.

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DEPARTMENTS

Gem Sources -- Chalcedony: A Gem for the Ages
Chalcedony was one of the world's first gems, and it's still got it, baby.

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Gem I.D.: The Secret Life of Rocks
See how a rock can tell you where to find gemstones.

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Previews: Basel 2003: Two Locations, One Show
Exhibitors ponder what the split in the Basel Fair will bring.

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Reviews: Color Carves a Niche at JA
Colorful Jewelry was pushing people's buttons as they headed into spring.

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Reviews: IJT Shifts with Changing Japanese Market
Japan's jewelry tastes continue to diversify as its economy waits to revive.

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Editorial

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Resources

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Melee

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Calendar

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Business Barometer

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Classifieds

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Reporter's Notebook

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Advertisers' Index

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