For the 2026 Series of Gemology and Jewelry Industry Seminars, the Thai-Italian Chamber of Commerce is organizing “Greenland Rubies: A Seminar about the oldest rubies in the world and their relevancy even after closure of the mine”.
The event will present the captivating story of the Greenland Rubies. History, mine to market strategy, lessons learned and the significance and commercial potential of the remaining, finite, inventory on hand. Participants will have the opportunity to examine selected gemstone samples including a few unheated samples.
From formation conditions in one of the world’s harshest environments to the ethical and commercial implications of Arctic mining, this session offers a rare combination of science, storytelling, and business insight.
Participants will also have the opportunity to closely examine selected ruby samples and discuss quality, origin characteristics, and positioning in today’s global gem market.
- Location: TICC Connect, 16th floor c/o Vanit Place Building 2 -1126/2 Phetchaburi Rd, Makkasan, Ratchathewi, Bangkok 10400)
- Date: 28 May 2026
Program Highlights:
- Geological origin of Greenland rubies
- Business Challenges in Artcic Mining
- Market positioning & ethical sourcing narrative
- Live observation of gemstone samples
Agenda:
- 3:30 PM – Guest Registration
- 4:00 PM – Seminar Begins
- 4:45 PM – Interactive Q&A
- 5:00 PM – Networking Reception with Italian Aperitivo
Featuring:
- Guest Speaker: Carl Leenaerts
- Moderator: Michele Tomea
Tickets:
Members – 550 Baht Net
Non- Members – 900 Baht Net
Inclusive of drinks and canapes for an Italian style aperitivo (parking tickets are not available).
Payment can be done via bank transfer to THAI-ITALIAN CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
Siam Commercial Bank | Branch : Chidlom
Account no.: 001-482611-3
Swift Code : SICOTHBK
Credit Card:
Pay in advance via credit card through Pay Solutions: https://pay.sn/ThaiItalian
(3% fee to add in case of this channel – Member price ticket at 566.50 Baht net and Mon Member Price at 927 Baht net)
(Credit Cards and other Payments Channels are accepted, please email us at business@thaitch.org)
After the event there will be the chance to purchase the book of Vincent Pardieu and Henry Ho about Greenland Rubies, published by the AIGS
