Eduard Gübelin

Eduard Josef Gübelin (1913 – 2005) was a gemstone researcher.[1] His lifelong studies on gemstone inclusions changed the science of gemology, and his work laid the groundwork for the microscopic identification of all kinds of gemstones. He achieved world renown in the field of gemology with his scientific work and his collection of gems.

Eduard Gübelin
A pioneer in the field of gemology: Eduard Josef Gübelin.
Born
Eduard Josef Gübelin

1913
Died2005 (aged 91–92)

He is one of the few gemologists who validated gemstones with poetry, as noted in the book Emeralds A Passionate Guide[2]

Gubelin was one of the first gemologists to recognise the rare butterfly wing effect in Colombian emeralds[3]

He also founded Gübelin Gem Lab.[4]

References
  1. "The Legacy of Dr. Eduard J. Gubelin" (PDF). Accreditedgemologists.org. Retrieved 16 August 2018.
  2. http://www.emeraldpassion.com
  3. https://www.gia.edu/gems-gemology/fall-2008-finest-colombian-emeralds-ringsrud
  4. "Diamonds.net - ICA Founder Gubelin Dies at 91". Diamonds.net. Retrieved 2018-08-07.


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