Kabuki Brooch
This brooch/pendant, designed by Carolyn Tyler, features a piece of ammolite shell from Calgary, Alberta, Canada. Ammonites are an extinct group of marine animals related to modern-day Cephalopods, such as the squid, octopus and nautilus.
Temples & Treasures
Temples & Treasures of Southern Asia, a magnificent new exhibit housed at the GIA headquarters in Carlsbad, Calif., immerses visitors in rich temple scenery, where the gemstones, gem crystals and jewelry on display are not just alluring sparkles but a channel to higher powers.