certified Gemological Laboratory
Laboratory #
Awarded:
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)
