The following individual has recently earned the prestigious designation of Certified Gemologist® (CG) by the American Gem Society: Carolyn Fox, CG Fox Fine Jewelry Ventura, CA
The excitement is building and we’re looking forward to seeing the AGS community in OKC! We want you to have a fun and educational experience while at Conclave. We’ve put together some information you may find helpful upon your arrival. The American Gem Society is committed to making sure your time at Conclave is a positive one. With that in mind, we have created a Code of Conduct for Conclave 2022. The Code asks that all participants act with professionalism, courtesy, and respect towards each other throughout the event. Here is more information you may find helpful upon your arrival
Recent news and developments regarding the Russian sanctions have many wondering what it all means, what’s next, and how this will impact the industry. Conclave has added a few sessions that cover this topic, giving you the opportunity to learn more from the experts! Tuesday, April 26 / 10:15 a.m.–11:15 a.m. The Doctors Are In Tiffany Stevens, Esq. and Sara Yood, Esq. Room: Automobile Alley A Join Tiffany Stevens, Esq. and Sara Yood, Esq. from the Jewelers Vigilance Committee (JVC) for “JVC office hours.” Stop in and ask these experts your questions on Russian sanctions and find out the latest
When the last session on Wednesday is over (5:15 p.m.), stop by the Basin Bar in the Omni Oklahoma City Hotel’s lobby for a happy hour hosted by Gem Legacy. The first drink is on them! Gem Legacy is a nonprofit charity supporting vocational training, entrepreneurship, and community development in East African artisanal gem mining communities. Learn more about Gem Legacy’s mission and how it can impact your business, clients, and sales during their Conclave session: A Miner, a Supplier, and a Jeweler Walk Into a Bar… Wednesday, April 27 / 4:15 p.m.–5:15 p.m. Room: Five Moons 4 Come with
When Wednesday night rolls around, don’t hit the road just yet. There’s still more fun to be had! Get your kicks on Route 66 as the President’s Party is transformed into a classic roadside diner, complete with all your favorite (fine) diner favorites! Dress casually or dress the part! Think carhops or diner servers, white t-shirts, jeans, leather jackets, capri pants, or pedal pushers paired with a summery top and neck scarf. Need more inspiration? Here are some notable movies filmed on Route 66 that may spark a few ideas. This timeless era—and highly-anticipated party—is a “Kodak moment” waiting to
It’s a Monday night tradition we can’t wait for you to experience: the AGS Suppliers’ Showcase and Reception! Join the AGS community, Monday, April 25, 6:30 p.m.–9:00 p.m., to see jaw-dropping jewelry, enjoy terrific food and libations, and meet some amazing people! We would like to thank Centurion Jewelry Show for sponsoring the AGS Suppliers’ Showcase and Reception as well as the participating vendors. This event would not be possible without you! Centurion Featured Exhibitor Centurion Featured Exhibitor Centurion Featured Exhibitor Centurion Featured Exhibitor Centurion Featured Exhibitor Centurion Featured Exhibitor Centurion Featured Exhibitor Centurion Featured Exhibitor Centurion Featured Exhibitor Centurion
Nigaam Jewels began as a small, family-run gemstone cutting business in India. With its roots in cutting gemstones for the jewelry industry, Nigaam soon began supplying fine gemstones to high-end jewelry and designer brands worldwide. With increased exposure and greater prominence in the luxury jewelry market, Nigaam’s relationship with luxury brands transitioned, taking on the role of an esteemed jewel design house for established international brands. “It is through our beginnings in gem cutting and our close relationship with unique gems, as well as the cutting-edge engineering processes we’ve developed that direct our design processes, that Nigaam is where we
By Wade Abel, CG, Director of Gemological Services, AGS Laboratories Recently we received a question that is important for our clients to understand. The inquiry was about the clarity grade AGS 7, which has two categories, AGS 7 (SI2) and AGS 7 (I1). The AGS grading system uses a 0-10 grade scale for three of the 4Cs: Cut, Clarity, and Color. This is an easy way to understand where the diamond fits relative to others. The system is a deduction-based scale which means that 0 is the best grade and 10 is the worst. The AGS Ideal® 0 is well
By Jerrica Hamblin, Laboratory Program Development Analyst, AGS Laboratories The Light Performance Series continues this month with a look at how you can build a special program around cut grade with AGS Laboratories! We have incredible branding options that bring together brand recognition and light performance education for a unique selling experience. In addition to the Platinum Light Performance Document, we offer a branded report option referred to as the Proprietary Light Performance Diamond Quality® Document or the Proprietary Grading Report (PGR). This report offers the same grading information as the Platinum report, including measurements, cut grade, color and clarity
Utilizing a consultative approach grounded in strategy and years of experience, Banner Marketing helps retailers increase leads and revenue. By getting to know the retailer’s goals and market, they tailor customized marketing solutions built to achieve the retailer’s specific goals. Banner Marketing is a 38-year-old national marketing and advertising agency. When they began, they primarily provided print advertising programs to help manufacturers drive product sales through their dealer networks. Over time, they evolved their client focus to support retailers across a number of industries, expanding their solutions to provide a full omni-channel suite of services designed to help retailers drive
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