Uneek Jewelry Receives 100% GMP Full Compliance Score
Contemporary bridal and fashion jewelry brand, Uneek, receives 100% Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Compliance score from Intertek, a leading quality solutions provider for industries worldwide. Confirmed as fully compliant, Uneek’s manufacturing facility and processes in risk management, product and quality control, and personnel safety have passed Intertek’s audit and review this year. GMP checks that every […]
How Jewelers Can Use Counseling to Recover from Traumatic Events
By Jewelers Mutual Group It’s normal to experience a range of emotions including stress following a traumatic event such as a violent crime, natural disaster, or a pandemic—especially if these events affected your livelihood. Typical emotions range from shock to confusion and fear. You may even feel all these things at once and that can […]
Members-Only: AGS Facebook Group Provides Advice and Community
“Our AGS members are the first people I reached out to during this crazy time. I trust and love this group, and know that no matter how hard it gets, we have each other to learn from and champion.” Sarah Person, CG, Exclusively Diamonds Did you know that there is a group on Facebook created […]
Clarity Rarities
The gemologists at AGS Laboratories sometimes come across diamonds with very unusual clarity characteristics. We’ve shared a few of these fun finds with our social media followers, and the posts received strong and positive engagement. Here are two we’ve posted recently. Click the photos to see a larger view: If you’ve come across some unique […]
XO Jewels Introduces Line of Certified Gemstone Rings
Los Angeles, CA — XO Jewels is proud to present a new line of preciouscolored gemstone rings with their central gem certified by Gemological Institute of America (GIA). Sample styles are shown below and the entire collection can be seen online here. Noteworthy advantages: Gemstone’s characteristics, measurements and origin are independently verified by GIA, the most […]
Special Promotions on Consumer Financing for AGS Members
Wells Fargo ran 140 days of promotional rates on the American Gem Society credit card program in 2019. Take advantage of these special promotions in 2020! AGS members are eligible to receive special promotional rates every quarter on the American Gem Society credit card program through Wells Fargo, in addition to quarterly Volume Rebates. If you […]
Preparing for Summer Storms
Tips for protecting your jewelry business from water damage By Jewelers Mutual Group Imagine walking into your jewelry business the morning after a storm only to find that your roof leaked or experienced flooding. Your walls and artwork are damaged, the floor is soaked, and your computer and printer are covered with water. Not to […]
Exclusive PPE Discount for AGS Members
Are you in need of personal protective equipment (PPE)? We are happy to announce that AGS members can get a 10% discount and free shipping with purchases of over $50 when you shop with Healthcare Unlocked. Healthcare Unlocked, an online wholesaler for PPE, is a one-stop shop for the protective items you need for you, […]
Supplier Spotlight: Classic Blue Picks From Omi Privé
Pantone’s 2020 Color of the Year, Classic Blue, has inspired AGS Supplier Firm, Omi Privé, to share some of their most stunning pieces that represent this tranquil blue hue. Classic Blue is described as “instilling calm, confidence, and connection.” Click the images below to view a few of Omi’s picks featuring blue sapphires. Platinum pendant […]
AGS Announces 2020/2021 International Board of Directors
The American Gem Society (AGS) is thrilled to announce its International Board of Directors for 2020/2021. Each year at Conclave, the Society’s membership decides who will represent them on the AGS Board of Directors for the upcoming year. Due to the cancellation of Conclave 2020, the membership voted electronically, as outlined in the AGS bylaws. […]