gemologist
noun
gem·ol·o·gist
je-ˈmä-lə-jist 
jə-
variants
or less commonly gemmologist
: a specialist in gems
specifically
: one who appraises gems
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The company creates custom rings with diamonds, and guides customers through the entire shopping journey from initial conversations with gemologists, to the appraisals, down to the shipping.
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David Moin, Footwear News, 2 June 2026
According to Prestige Pawnbrokers gemologist Deborah Papas, who spoke to Brides, the ring is estimated to be worth around $288,000.
—Ilana Frost, PEOPLE, 9 May 2026
Gemstones and crystals, many from Steinem’s late gemologist sister, lined a nearby table.
—Savannah Walsh, Vanity Fair, 22 Apr. 2026
Co-founded and co-owned by artist/designer Angela Kroeger and her husband, gemologist Mike Kroeger, the range includes rings, bracelets and pendants.
—Kyle Roderick, Forbes.com, 9 Apr. 2026
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David Moin, Footwear News, 2 June 2026
According to Prestige Pawnbrokers gemologist Deborah Papas, who spoke to Brides, the ring is estimated to be worth around $288,000.
—Ilana Frost, PEOPLE, 9 May 2026
Gemstones and crystals, many from Steinem’s late gemologist sister, lined a nearby table.
—Savannah Walsh, Vanity Fair, 22 Apr. 2026
Co-founded and co-owned by artist/designer Angela Kroeger and her husband, gemologist Mike Kroeger, the range includes rings, bracelets and pendants.
—Kyle Roderick, Forbes.com, 9 Apr. 2026
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“Gemologist.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/gemologist. Accessed 19 Jun. 2026.
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