Facet Nation: A Gemmology Podcast

41. Interview: Arya Akhavan returns! Growing Exotic and Novel Lab Sapphires

September 21, 2026·58 min
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Send us Fan Mail Arya Akhavan returns! To reveal the secrets he couldn't disclose last time. Arya has been growing sapphires! And not just any sapphires, every colour of sapphire you can imagine. A gemologist and scientist, Arya shares groundbreaking insights into synthetic gemstone production, including sapphire growth, colour manipulation, and future innovations. Discover how science and passion are transforming the gem industry and what it means for collectors, faceters and jewellers alike...

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