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GIA Announces New Coloured Stone Reports and Expanded Origin Services from January 2026
The Institute introduces redesigned reports, broader origin determinations, and updated fee structures to enhance clarity, transparency and consumer understanding.
The Gemological Institute of America (GIA) is set to roll out newly redesigned coloured stone reports and expanded services starting 1 January 2026. The upgraded reports will feature a refined layout focused on clearer storytelling and improved visibility of key gemmological details, helping both the trade and consumers better appreciate the unique attributes of each gemstone.
The revamped coloured stone reports are designed to highlight the most essential information, enabling users to quickly understand the characteristics that define a gem’s identity and enhance its narrative.
Beginning next year, GIA will broaden its origin-determination offerings to include opal, peridot, and demantoid garnet. These additions expand the Institute’s already comprehensive suite of country-of-origin reporting, which covers alexandrite, emerald, Paraíba tourmaline, red spinel, ruby, sapphire, and the recently added determination services for untreated jadeite jade and omphacite jade from Myanmar (Burma) or Guatemala.
Shane McClure, Global Director of Colored Stone Services, noted, “Our expanded services are the result of GIA’s extensive research and a collection of 32,000 samples gathered by our field gemmologists. GIA began coloured stone reporting more than 75 years ago, and the collective expertise built across our laboratories forms the foundation of our results. Our long-standing commitment to research supports every report we issue.”
In addition, GIA will introduce revised weight categories and updated fees for coloured stone submissions. Full details on the new fee structure will be available on GIA.edu starting 1 January 2026. Items submitted on or after that date will fall under the new weight categories and will receive the redesigned report format.
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GJEPC Auckland Visit Targets Growth In India-NZ Jewellery Trade
The Opportunity In New Zealand Is Significant Relative To The Current Level Of Jewellery Trade. India’s Gem and Jewellery Exports To New Zealand Rose 50.56% To US$25.46 Million In FY2025-26, From US$16.91 Million In FY2024-25.
The GJEPC trade delegation’s Auckland programme has highlighted the scope for expanding India’s gem and jewellery exports to New Zealand as the two countries move towards implementing their recently concluded Free Trade Agreement (FTA).
The Auckland visit was part of GJEPC’s Australia and New Zealand trade delegation, held from 20-26 August 2026, with the delegation focused on connecting Indian manufacturers and exporters with buyers and industry stakeholders across the two markets.
The opportunity in New Zealand is significant relative to the current level of jewellery trade. India’s gem and jewellery exports to New Zealand rose 50.56% to US$25.46 million in FY2025-26, from US$16.91 million in FY2024-25.
The recently concluded India-New Zealand FTA is expected to create further opportunities for Indian exporters. New Zealand has committed to duty-free access for Indian exports across 100% of its tariff lines once the agreement enters into force.
On 26th August, Vijay Mangukiya, Convener – International Events, GJEPC and leader of the delegation, met Dr. Madan Mohan Sethi, Consul General of India in Auckland. Mangukiya has said the delegation was aimed at bringing Indian manufacturers and exporters closer to buyers and industry stakeholders in both Australia and New Zealand, with the objective of identifying new business opportunities and developing long-term partnerships.
The delegation’s Auckland market visits covered a broad cross-section of the local jewellery sector, including Michael Hill, Wallace Bishop, Hardy Brothers, Prouds, and Partridge Jewellers. The delegation also observed international luxury and contemporary jewellery brands including Van Cleef & Arpels, Roberto Coin, Messika and FOPE, reflecting the competitive environment in which Indian exporters would be seeking to establish or expand relationships.
India’s exports of individual jewellery categories to New Zealand also recorded strong growth in FY2025-26. Gold jewellery exports rose 84% to US$17.47 million, while silver jewellery exports doubled to US$0.91 million. Lab-grown diamond exports rose 2% to US$0.63 million, and imitation jewellery increased 13.16% to US$0.43 million. Cut and polished diamond exports were US$5.76 million.
The figures underline the growing contribution of finished jewellery to India’s New Zealand business. With the FTA expected to improve market access and the Auckland market showing demand across gold, diamonds, coloured stones, pearls and branded jewellery, GJEPC’s delegation is seeking to convert this existing growth into deeper commercial relationships.
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