January 3, 2020

By Katherine Bodoh, RJ As we wait for the new decade to unfold, let’s look back at some highlights from 2019. Embracing Innovation: In the fall, the American Gem Society announced two new programs. We launched “digital badging” credentials for AGS members—the first of its kind in the jewelry industry. Digital badges are graphical icons indicating members’ credentials and accomplishments and are added to email signatures, websites, and social media. Jewelry buyers can click on the member’s badge which then provides further details about why the member earned the badge. AGS Laboratories also launched Digital Grading Reports, which serve as an official