Issue 15 of IGR is almost ready! Jeffery Bergman introduces the ethical issue of misleading gemological reports and disproportionate appraisals of poor quality products. Great stars of the world gemological scene such as Ken Scarratt and Antoinette Matlins, as well as one of the world’s foremost connoisseurs of rough gemstones, Steve Ulatowski, have their say on the subject.
What was discussed at the gemological conference in Ferrara last July? Don’t miss the full report. The third in-depth look at coral grading concerns color grading. Luigi Costantini and Claudio Russo, with their study on emerald filling, continue their overview of inclusions. 
And more: the unstable color of some orange sapphires, the new Santamaria qualification in the AIGS proposal for aquamarines with high saturation levels, the new blue spinels from Tanzania, the RJC crisis, De Beers’ return to Angola, Opsydia’s news for melee inscriptions, and Martì Valoso’s novel about the adventures of a gem hunter. Finally, Jiminy Cricket’s counter-dictionary that once again dismantles clichés about diamonds.
Issue 15 of IGR Italian Gemological Review is available for purchase in English and Italian language through the IGR 2022/23 subscription or in the Single Issues section of our online Shop. 
