Gemological Institute of America
Local GIA Alumni Contact: Susan M. Dryden G.G.
susan@colored-diamonds.com
573-216-6292
GIA Contact: Laura Simanton, 760-603-4112
or Jessica Sachariason, 760-603-4197
Susan M. Dryden, G.G. Donates American Cut: The First 100 Years to Camden County Library
Pictured: Susan Dryden & Vicky Moore
Carlsbad, Calif. , (June 16, 2008) – The Gemological Institute of America graduate Susan M. Dryden, G.G.has announced the recent donation of the book, American Cut: the First 100 Years, to the Camden County Library.
This donation is in participation with the GIA Richard T. Liddicoat Library and
Information Center that provided 1,000 copies to be made available to libraries across the nation through the local GIA Alumni Chapters.
American Cut: The First 100 Years, written by Al Gilbertson, a well-regarded GIA
research associate, and published by GIA, follows the hist or y and chronology of
American diamond cutting. It describes the early stages of the European diamond
cutting industry, and how American ideas and inventions influenced diamond cutting eventually changing diamond cutting around the world.
"I am pleased to make this book accessible to our local community," said Susan
Dryden. "This book is an important resource on diamond cutting that will educate
readers on the history."
“Vicky Moore, Youth Services Coordinator of Camden County Library District, feels the book should be in the Young Adult section of the library. It will be a great recourse for young adults looking for a fascinating career in Gemology.”
American Cut: The First 100 Years is now available at Camden County Library. F or additional inf or mation or to get a copy of the American Cut, visit
http://www.gia.edu/ and click on "Instruments and Books."
About GIA
An independent nonprofit organization, the Gemological Institute of America (GIA) is recognized as the world's foremost authority in gemology. Established in 1931, GIA has translated its expert knowledge into the most respected gemological education available. Early in the 1950s, GIA invented the famous Four Cs of Color, Cut, Clarity and Carat Weight. In 1953, the Institute created the International Diamond Grading System™ which, today, is recognized by virtually every professional jeweler in the world. Through research, education, gemological laboratory services, and instrument development, the Institute is dedicated to ensuring the public trust in gems and jewelry by upholding the highest standards of integrity, academics, science, and professionalism. GIA can be found on the web at http://www.gia.edu/. Media queries Contact: Laura Simanton at 760-603-4112 or Jessica Sachariason at 760-603-4197.
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