The following individuals have recently earned the prestigious designation of Certified Gemologist® Appraiser (CGA) by the American Gem Society:
| Stephanus (Bert) Esterhuysen, CGA | Henne Jewelers, Inc. | Pittsburgh, PA |
| Melissa Scott, CGA | Julz by Alan Rodriguez | Canton, OH |
| Katrina Sustachek, CGA | Rasmussen Diamonds | Mount Pleasant, WI |
| Lynn M. Thomas, CGA | McCary's Jewelers | Shreveport, LA |
| Jessica Vaughn, CGA | Lux Bond & Green - Exec. Office | West Hartford, CG |
| Mark A. Vinson, CGA | Troy Vinson Jewelers | Fort Worth, TX |
| Ian A. Wamboldt, CGA | House of Stones | New Philadelphia, OH |
| Kendra K. Wollert, CGA | Olufson Designs | Corvallis, OR |
