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The '''SSEF''' Swiss Gemmological Institute is a major laboratory of [[gemmology]] located in [[Basel]], [[Switzerland]]. It is a part of the Schweizerische Stiftung für Edelstein Forschung (SSEF, Swiss Foundation for Gemstone Research). It was founded on an independent basis, by trade organisations, in 1974. It soon began to expand, offering its independent services to the global [[gemstone]] and jewellery trade. The mandate of the SSEF is to analyse precious stones and [[jewellery]]; issuing test reports for coloured [[gemstones]], [[diamonds]] and [[pearls]]. Its forte lies in the detection of gemstone authenticity, origin, and gem treatments on a scientific and reproducible basis. It offers expert independent advice to a wide gemmological clientele including gem dealers, jewellers, auction houses and private customers in many countries. |
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The institute, based in Basel, has been directed by Prof. Henry A. Haenni since 1990, who is also professor at the [[University of Basel]]. The laboratory was recognised by the International Confederation of Jewellers and Goldsmiths ([[CIBJO]]) in 1978 and is also a member of the International Colored Stone Association (ICA) and the Laboratory Manual Harmonisation Committee (LMHC). The SSEF introduced a full gem treatment disclosure policy in 1998, published in a book called "SSEF Standards & Applications for Diamond Reports, Gemstone Reports and Test Reports". |
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Moreover, SSEF places a strong focus on education and pursuing gemmological research. It offers basic and advanced gemmological training courses, scientifc gemmology workshops and expert lectures covering a wide array of gemmological subjects. It a pioneer in gemmological research, collaborating with leading Swiss universities and other worldwide gemmological laboratories. |
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==External links== |
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*[http://www.ssef.ch/ SSEF Swiss Gemmological Institute] |
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[[Category:Gemological Laboratories]] |
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[[Category:Gemstones]] |
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