A discussion of the flux-healing treatment of rubies. This article was awarded the Richard T. Liddicoat Journalism Award by the American Gem Society in 2005.
A description of the fracture healing of Mong Hsu ruby, along with the problems this has created in the gem trade.
The chapter on ruby and sapphire from Burma (Myanmar) from Richard Hughes' 1997 book, Ruby & Sapphire.
An exploration of Thailand's gem border towns with Myanmar (Burma), Mae Sot and Mae Sai.