Color Market Reports
GMA calls out dept. stores on composite rubiesComposite rubies found themselves in an unwelcome spotlight today on Good Morning America when an investigation by the ABC News morning show revealed some department stores selling the stones without adequate disclosure. Read More 
Price is right for pearls this holidayRetailers on National Jeweler's Product Panel are optimistic about the potential of pearls this holiday season--especially for the predominant buyers: 30- and 40-something women. Read More 
GIA Career Search Engine features 300-plus jobsCarlsbad, Calif.--The Gemological Institute of America (GIA) has announced that its Career Search Engine has more than 300 active gem and jewelry industry positions now available. Read More AGS announces 2010 Conclave datesLas Vegas--The American Gem Society (AGS) 2010 Conclave will be held from April 21-24 at the Westin Copley Place in Boston. Read More 
Honora partners with makeup brand Bare EscentualsNew York--Freshwater cultured-pearl jewelry company Honora has partnered with Bare Escentuals, a leading provider of mineral makeup, to create a new selection of pearl products. Read More IDI portal launches Gemstone of the Month projectRamat Gan, Israel--The Israel Diamond Institute Group of Companies (IDI) is launching a special project on its portal site called "Diamond and Gemstones of the Month (DGM)," which will feature jewelry that combines diamonds with each month's special gemstone. Read More 
AGTA Spectrum bursts with juicy, saleable colorPretty and practical won out at the 2010 AGTA Spectrum Awards, where many winning pieces seemed easily wearable--and given the use of more affordably priced colored gems--saleable in a tough economic climate, too. Read More 
AGL announces grading report alterationsThe American Gemological Laboratory announced a number of alterations and additions to its operations at a recent meeting designed to put to rest any rumors that the lab is struggling. Read More 
Liddicoat scholarship campaign goes onlineCarlsbad, Calif.--The Gemological Institute of America (GIA) has announced that the Richard T. Liddicoat (RTL) Scholarship Fund is underway, and donors can now contribute online. Read More 
Pearl prices, supplies adjust with recessionPearl prices fell earlier this year amid poor economic conditions, but experts say both prices and demand are rising as supply adjusts and the jewelry category gains fashion fans. Read More 
EU backs U.S. in seeking coral protectionLondon--The European Union (EU) has agreed with a U.S. initiative to seek international trade protection for red and pink coral, which is used in fine jewelry as well as home decor and has been the subject of a campaign by conservation groups that believe over-harvesting has imperiled the slow-growing species. Read More GIA's Career Fair to feature 24 hiring companiesCarlsbad, Calif.--More than 200 jewelry industry positions will be available to job seekers at the Gemological Institute of America's (GIA) Jewelry Career Fair and Open House on Oct. 16 at the institute's headquarters in Carlsbad. Read More AGTA announces 2010 board of directorsDallas--The American Gem Trade Association (AGTA) has announced the results of its 2010 AGTA board of directors elections. Read More Intergem to produce G.L.D.A. shows in Vegas, TucsonRockville, Md.--The International Gem and Jewelry Show Inc. (d/b/a Intergem) has announced that it will be going "full-speed ahead" with all four shows formerly organized by the G.L.D.A. Read More G.L.D.A files for Chapter 7 bankruptcyLas Vegas--The Gem and Lapidary Dealers Association Inc. (G.L.D.A Inc.), operator of jewelry trade shows in Tucson, Ariz., and Las Vegas, has filed for Chapter 7 bankruptcy protection, court papers show. Read More 
AGTA lab's closure leaves void for colored stonesNew York--The American Gem Trade Association Gemological Testing Center (AGTA GTC) took many industry members off guard when it swiftly shuttered its doors this summer after 11 years in business. Read More
Groups seek EU support for coral protectionNaples, Italy--SeaWeb's Too Precious to Wear campaign and the World Wildlife Fund (WWF) are using the opportunity of a meeting on coral taking place in Italy this week to ask European Union (EU) officials to support a U.S. request to begin regulating the trade in red and pink coral, saying it would be "a major step forward in protecting some of the most sought-after species in the ocean." Read More Lone Star GIAAA to host pearl seminarLaguna Park, Texas--The Lone Star Gemological Institute of America Alumni and Associates (GIAAA) will hold an all-day, pearl-focused seminar next month, with speakers to include distinguished members of the jewelry industry. Read More 
A sea change for coral?An environmental organization is sounding the alarm about endangered precious coral with some--but not all--jewelers heeding the call. Read More 
GIA names David Tearle new CFOCarlsbad, Calif.--The Gemological Institute of America (GIA) has named David Tearle as its new vice president and chief financial officer. Read More GIA GemFest to discuss pink-red diamonds, corundumCarlsbad, Calif.--The Gemological Institute of America's (GIA) GemFest Hong Kong will be held on Sept. 23 in conjunction with the annual Hong Kong Jewellery and Gem Fair. Read More AGS changes venue for 2010 'Distinction' dinnerLas Vegas--The American Gem Society (AGS) will host its next Circle of Distinction Dinner at a new venue, The Plaza Hotel, on Sunday, July 25, 2010. Read More 
GemGuide announces new bimonthly formatGlenview, Ill.--GemGuide publisher Gemworld International Inc. has reformatted its pricing and news publications into one publication, to be distributed bimonthly. Read More AGL, IGI to offer gem testing at Hong Kong showNew York--The American Gemological Laboratories (AGL) and the International Gemological Institute (IGI) will both offer gem-testing services at the Hong Kong Jewellery and Gem Fair, to be held in Hong Kong later this month. Read More MJSA EXPO West to return to AGTA GemFair TucsonDallas--The American Gem Trade Association (AGTA) and Manufacturing Jewelers and Suppliers of America (MJSA) have announced that MJSA EXPO West will return to the AGTA GemFair Tucson in 2010. Read More |
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