JVC publishes guide on gold, silver trade
New York--The Jewelers Vigilance Committee (JVC) has released a new publication to provide the trade with a clear explanation of the legal standards that govern the manufacture, sale and advertising...
In diamond grading, 'It's subjective' only goes so far
New York--A series of consumer complaints alerted the Jewelers Vigilance Committee (JVC) to a jeweler who sold customers diamonds with grading reports that were brought into question by subsequent...
JVC to host legal-compliance seminar
New York—The Jewelers Vigilance Committee (JVC) is gearing up to present a free legal-compliance seminar to New York City's 47th Street Business Improvement District, one of the largest, most...
JVC lists countries with AML laws
New York—In an effort to help retail jewelers who deal with overseas companies, the Jewelers Vigilance Committee (JVC) has compiled a list of countries that have laws to prevent money...
Jewelers encouraged to review new AML guidance
New York—The U.S. Treasury Department is asking for the Jewelers Vigilance Committee's (JVC) help in making sure jewelry dealers are aware of the new Financial Action Task Force (FATF) guidance...
JVC to discuss gemstones, rough diamonds at JA
New York—The Jewelers Vigilance Committee (JVC) will present seminars on colored-gemstone compliance and rough-diamond requirements for traders at the upcoming JA New York Summer Show.
JVC, JM develop legal-compliance tutorial
New York—The Jewelers Vigilance Committee (JVC) and Jewelers Mutual Insurance Co. have developed a tutorial program that provides legal-compliance information to Jewelers Mutual policyholders...
JVC to address industry's progress on AML programs
New York—Jewelers Vigilance Committee (JVC) President, CEO and General Counsel Cecilia Gardner will address The World Bank, Financial Market Integrity Group for the second time on Oct. 30.
Burmese ruby ban takes effect
Washington--A long-expected U.S. ban on gemstones from Myanmar took effect on Monday, 60 days from the date that President Bush signed the Tom Lantos Block Burmese JADE Act of 2008 into law.
Bush says goodbye rubies, Tuesday
Washington, D.C.—President Bush has signed off on legislation that makes it illegal for rubies and jadeite from Myanmar, including stones that were processed in third-party countries, to be...
Feds set grace period for non-Burmese gemstones
The U.S. Customs and Border Protection agency is granting a 30-day grace period to importers and exporters of non-Burmese gemstones who need additional time to meet new mandatory requirements.
Feds set grace period for non-Burmese gemstones
Washington—In the wake of a ban on Burmese rubies and jadeite, the U.S. Customs and Border Protection agency is granting a 30-day grace period to importers and exporters of non-Burmese...
Industry objects to broadening platinum definition
New York—A number of industry organizations have filed a statement with the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) objecting to the FTC's proposal to broaden the definition of the word "platinum."
FTC gives mixed ruling on 'cultured' gems
Washington, D.C.—The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) rejected a petition from the Jewelers Vigilance Committee (JVC) and nine other trade associations requesting that the commission use its...
JVC elects Jewelers Mutuals' Kath to board
Neenah, Wis.—The Jewelers Vigilance Committee (JVC) has elected Jewelers Mutual Insurance Co. President and Chief Executive Officer Darin Kath to its board of directors.
GIA names Borsheim's Jacques board chair
Carlsbad, Calif.--The Gemological Institute of America's (GIA) board of governors concluded its second meeting of the year on Monday, naming a new board chair and vice chair, seating four new...
JVC legal-compliance seminars coming to Atlanta, Chicago
New York—The Jewelers Vigilance Committee (JVC) continues its "Legal Compliance Is Not Optional" series with the next seminars taking place in Atlanta on May 16, and in Chicago on May 17.
JVC to begin free legal-compliance series in Dallas
New York—The Jewelers Vigilance Committee (JVC) will host the first session in a series of free legal-compliance seminars on April 11 at The Westin Galleria in Dallas.
Shenoa Diamonds supports government anti-money laundering program; among first jewelers to comply
Online discount jeweler Shenoa and Co. implemented an anti-money-laundering program that exceeds the requirements laid forth by the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network.
JA to present 'J-Biz,' roundtable at JCK
New York—Jewelers of America (JA) will host a full-day seminar series, covering such topics as marketing, customer management and jewelry trend-spotting, plus an executive roundtable session on...