Lab #53
Since: 2020

certified Gemological Laboratory

Laboratory #53
Awarded: 2020

Elisha Ralph Morgan

GIA GG, ASG

Accredited Senior Gemologist

Professional Experience

  • Active gem professional involving buying, selling, appraising, lecturing, acquisitions and gem exploration
  • Appraisal experience includes Insurance Replacement, Fair Market Valuations and equitable estate distribution both domestically and internationally
  • Experienced at performing country of origin analysis of rare gems
  • 30+ years experience in maritime exploration and land-based operations in procurement of gem and mineral assets, internationally known and respected
  • 30+ years experience in gemological consulting and appraising for Insurance Replacement, Fair Market Valuations, and equitable estate distribution both domestically and internationally
  • Special interest and expertise in fancy color diamonds, Edwardian jewelry, Antique jewelry, jade, rare Sapphires, old cut diamonds, old European diamonds, and rare rubies

Specialized Training

  • Graduate Gemologist in residence at GIA Santa Monica, CA campus (1987)
  • Accredited Senior Gemologist, Accredited Gemologists Association (1990)
  • Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP) (2015 & 2017)
  • American Society of Appraisers Gems and Jewelry Principals of Valuation (POV) courses: PG201, GJ202, GJ203, PG204 (2015)

Industry Memberships

  • Member, Society for Mining, Metallurgy & Exploration
  • Past governing board member of Accredited Gemologists Association (1999-2003)
  • Member of American Society of Jewelry Historians (1999)

Industry Contributions

  • Member, Society for Mining, Metallurgy & Exploration
  • Past governing board member of Accredited Gemologists Association (1999-2003)
  • Member of American Society of Jewelry Historians (1999)

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