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American Gem Society (AGS) member, Dianna Rae Jewelry, which is located in Lafayette, LA, recently announced an exciting new program, “Diamonds in Space.” Working with NASA, Dianna Rae Jewelry is the first company to put diamonds on a mission to the International Space Station and make them available for sale to the public. Each diamond will be numbered, laser engraved, and documented by AGS Laboratories. AGS Laboratories is pleased to be a part of this exciting project. To learn more, please click here to view the press release from Dianna Rae.

Dianna Rae Jewelry, located in Lafayette, LA, announces “Diamonds in Space.” Working with NASA, Dianna Rae Jewelry is the first company to put diamonds on a mission to the International Space Station and make them available for sale to the public. A limited number of natural and lab-grown diamonds are scheduled to rendezvous at the International Space Station, traveling in low Earth orbit at a speed of 17,500 mph, and you can reserve one for yourself! Dianna Rae, an award-winning custom design jeweler, wanted to share her passion for design, technology, and beautiful diamonds with the world—what better way than

By Jeremy Mclendon, Vice President of Insurance Affairs, JewelersHealthcare.com When it comes to the topic of accessibility of healthcare coverage, everyone agrees there needs to be reform but cannot agree on how or what changes to make. The pandemic shook the globe and demonstrated specifically to Americans what the true cost could really be for those without health insurance. The Current System Here is what you need to know about the structure of modern health insurance coverage in the United States. Healthcare coverage companies prior to 2008 could deny individuals due to pre-existing conditions, meaning they would not be able

By Jewelers Mutual Group In 2019, the Jewelers’ Security Alliance received reports of 34 rooftop burglaries from 15 states, compared to nine rooftop burglaries from seven states in 2018. In some cases, alarm systems, often without line security, were compromised. In others, when police responded to alarm signals, they were unable to detect any obvious signs of a break-in upon exterior inspection. Because they were unable to conduct an immediate internal search, it’s likely the burglars had either left the scene, were still inside the building, or on the roof. So, what can business owners do to keep jewelry store

Marcus Lemonis, TV personality, entrepreneur, advocate, and philanthropist, will be the opening keynote speaker for the American Gem Society’s (AGS) Annual Conclave, which will be held in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, April 25–27, 2022 at the new Omni Oklahoma City Hotel. Lemonis starred in CNBC’s prime-time reality series, The Profit, for eight years lending his expertise to small businesses around the country, judging and improving them with the “3P” principle: People/Process/Product. Under his leadership and vision, he helped build Camping World into the Nation’s largest RV retailer, making Mr. Lemonis one of America’s most successful businessmen. Mr. Lemonis has inspired his

The following individuals have recently earned the prestigious designation of Certified Sales Associate® (CSA) by the American Gem Society: Joyce Barnes, CSA Bailey’s Fine Jewelry Rocky Mount, NC Jamie Barnes, CSA David Gardner’s Jewelers College Station, TX Jessica Edwards, CSA Bailey’s Fine Jewelry Rocky Mount, NC Andrea Iten, CSA Exclusively Diamonds Mankato, MN Marla Kruth, CSA Henne Jewelers, Inc. Pittsburgh, PA Jarod P. Quackenbush, CSA Northeastern Fine Jewelry Glens Falls, NY Jodi Radtke, CSA Jim Kryshak Jewelers Inc. Wausau, WI

The following individuals have recently earned the prestigious designation of Registered Jeweler (RJ) by the American Gem Society: Farbod Barsum, RJ Ben Bridge Jeweler #097 Temecula, CA Brandon Hill, RJ Steve Quick Jeweler Chicago, Il Juen Joyce, RJ Ben Bridge Jeweler Seattle, WA Jessica Poole, RJ Razny Jewelers Ltd. Addison, IL

The following individuals have recently earned the prestigious designation of Certified Gemologist® (CG) by the American Gem Society: Erica Greve, CG Kizer Cummings Jewelers Lawrence, KS David Koller, CG Marks Jewelers Montgomeryville, PA David Mazer, CG Marks Jewelers Montgomeryville, PA Kristen Murin, CG Bailey’s Fine Jewelry Rocky Mount, NC

On October 20, 2021, the Women’s Jewelry Association (WJA) will host its annual Awards for Excellence Gala at the Lighthouse at Chelsea Piers in New York City. The VIP fundraiser will dazzle with an exclusive, in-person event as well as offer hundreds more the opportunity to tune-in virtually for an evening of networking and to celebrate its two Visionary Award winners: Karen Goracke, CEO of Borsheims, and Fern Mallis, creator of New York Fashion Week. Tickets are currently available on the WJA website for in-person and virtual events. A portion of the ticket sales will directly benefit The Women’s Jewelry