Light Performance Series: What is Light Performance?
By Jerrica Hamblin, Laboratory Program Development Analyst, AGS Laboratories Welcome to the Light Performance Series! Within this series, I will highlight a variety of light performance reports and services we offer. But first…what is light performance? AGS Laboratories cut grade method is well-regarded for being scientifically reviewed, objective, and repeatable. While our first cut grade […]
Tips from Jewelers Mutual: The Forgotten Step to Planning a Valentine’s Day Proposal
Valentine’s Day is an opportunity to show a special someone in your life how important they truly are. If you’re planning on popping the question, there are a few steps you might want to consider. Click here to read The Forgotten Step to Planning a Valentine’s Day Proposal by Jewelers Mutual® Group. Ruby and diamond […]
Uneek Announces New COO, Shant Kouladjian
Established in 1996, founded by CEO Benjamin Javaheri – Uneek Jewelry has emerged as an unparalleled standard in the fine diamond jewelry league. The Fine Jewelry Company starts 2022 with a bang by appointing Shant Kouladjian as its Chief Operating Officer. With a team-first mindset and over two decades of experience in the jewelry industry, […]
Welcome Pantone’s Color of The Year: Very Peri
By Isabelle Corvin, CG, Staff Gemologist at Panowicz Jewelers Pantone’s brand new color, “Very Peri” (17-3938). Image courtesy of Pantone. Pantone recently unveiled their new “Color of the Year” for 2022. And it truly is a new color! Very Peri (PANTONE 17-3938) is a color created by Pantone for the first time in the history of […]
Three Hot New Trends to Kick Off 2022
By Kimberly Tate, Content Creator, American Gem Society and AGS Laboratories As 2022 begins, we’ve got our eyes on a fresh set of fashion and jewelry trends. Need inspiration for your “New Year, New Me” look? Here are three trends you won’t want to miss! 1. Nail Art Nail art allows jewelry to have endless […]
Under the Scope: A Diamond Simulant
By Wade Abel, CG, Director of Gemological Services, AGS Laboratories It’s no secret that AGS Laboratories only grades diamonds. On the rare occasion, something may be submitted to the Lab for diamond grading that is not a diamond; instead, it is a diamond simulant. A diamond simulant is any material that could be used to […]
The Report Report: Laboratory-Grown Diamond Reports
By Jerrica Hamblin, Laboratory Program Development Analyst, AGS Laboratories The Laboratory-Grown Diamond Report is a result of over a year of research to develop a product that helps jewelry buyers better understand the qualities of laboratory-grown diamonds. This tool was also designed to assist retailers in selling laboratory-grown diamonds, with additional educational references and consumer-friendly […]
Tips from Jewelers Mutual: Five Ways to Protect Your Jewelry in the Winter
As the winter season begins, it presents its own unique risks to jewelry. Jewelers Mutual® Group has tips on how you can keep them protected. Click here to read their blog, Five Ways to Protect Your Jewelry in the Winter. Custom necklace by Christopher Designs
AGS Jeweler Announces the First Diamond Expedition to the International Space Station
For the first time in space history, a commercial space flight is sending a limited number of diamonds to space, and you can reserve one for yourself! Working with NASA, Dianna Rae Jewelry is the first company to send diamonds on a mission to the International Space Station and back down to earth. Once the […]
How to Buy a Diamond Engagement Ring
Find the perfect diamond for your love with our expert advice Diamond engagement rings are a long-standing tradition for a reason: they are rare, precious, and valuable—just like your love. When you’ve decided on a diamond ring to pledge your engagement, make sure you know these ring-buying tips before you head to the store to […]