Distinguished Lecture: John Koivula of GIA at Bowers Museum

by Robyn Hawk on March 11, 2011

Saturday, March 19, 2011, 1:30 PM – 2:30 PM

Internationally-Acclaimed Scientist & Award-Winning Author
Chief Gemologist, Gemological Institute of America
John Koivula
Macro & Micro:
Inclusions and Gem Formations

Saturday, March 19 (1:30 PM)


Members $12 / Non-member $15


John Koivula, Chief Gemologist, Gemological Institute of America (GIA),
named one of the most influential people in the jewelry industry by
Jewelers’ Circular Keystone Magazine,” illuminates the internal world of
gemstones in a fascinating and alluring presentation. Whether natural or
synthetic, precious stones have come to mean great beauty, enormous
wealth and enduring mystery for many cultures throughout the world. Held
in conjunction with our extraordinary exhibition, Gemstone Carvings:
Masterworks of Harold Van Pelt
, Koivula reveals that the micro-world of
gems is not only big business for jewelry collectors, but an extraordinary
window to our planet’s past, as time capsules of natural history.

Sponsored by the Gemological Institute of America & Gem and Mineral Council,
The Los Angeles County Museum of Natural History.


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