London Gem Lab or LGL is a private independent gemological research laboratory, specializing in the determination of origin and authenticity reports for ruby, sapphire and emerald plus other important colored gems including spinel, tourmaline, garnet and jade.
Our research laboratories, strategically located in key global sites are equipped with the latest most sophisticated technology to recognize and identify today’s advanced gemstone treatments.
After 10 years and 4.2 million visitors, The Victoria & Albert Museum (V&A) has reopened its William and Judith Bollinger Gallery, home to its jewellery collection, after a three-month refurbishment with eighty new pieces joining the display. The Victoria & Albert museum is known throughout the world for its incredible exhibitions, broad collections and wonderful […]
What makes Kashmir sapphires so special? What about the padparadscha? What role do treatments play in value? Sapphire is a variety of the mineral corundum – a fairly abundant material composed of aluminium oxide. Corundum is hard, tough and stable. In fact, it is commonly used as an abrasive, think sandpaper or emery boards. So […]
Queen Victoria (1819-1901) famously shared a love of fine jewels and coloured gemstones with her beloved husband, Prince Albert. In fact, one of her most prized possessions – a sapphire and diamond coronet – was designed and commissioned by her husband in 1840. Here, we delve into the story behind this beautiful piece of history. It […]