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AGS Laboratories: Protecting consumer confidence one diamond at a time

September 28, 2016

The first time Jason Quick laid eyes on the Esperanza diamond, he was awestruck by the way light moved through the rough crystal. It was love at first sight, as he puts it, a once-in-a-lifetime encounter with the 8.52-carat diamond unearthed at Arkansas’ Crater of Diamonds State Park.

AGS/AGSL begin search for new CEO

August 3, 2016

The search is on to find a replacement for Ruth Batson, CEO of American Gem Society (AGS) and AGS Laboratories following news she will retire next year. "Ruth will be a tough act to follow and we appreciate she has provided ample notice so we can transition the new CEO under her guidance," said Louis Smith (Smithworks Fine Jewelry), who is leading the committee to replace Batson.

AGS Labs achieves RJC certification

July 5, 2016

Responsible Jewellery Council (RJC) has certified American Gem Society Laboratories (AGS Laboratories) against its 2013 code of practices (COP). "The provisions under the 2013 COP address important issues for our members and their supply chain," said RJC executive director, Andrew Bone.

AGS marks two milestones

May 4, 2016

American Gem Society (AGS) is raising a glass to the 50th anniversary of its diamond grading standards. In 1966, the group launched the AGS Diamond Grading Standards Manual, which it says was the first published manual that included a grading system for all 4 Cs, including cut.

AGS announces Conclave sponsors

April 11, 2016

American Gem Society (AGS) has released its list of sponsors for its annual Conclave. Held April 13 to 16, Conclave is set to welcome members from all levels of the supply chain to the Hyatt Regency Crystal City in Washington, D.C.

Batson to retire from AGS/AGS Labs in 2017

February 8, 2016

Ruth Batson, CEO of both American Gem Society (AGS) and AGS Laboratories, has announced she is retiring in the summer of 2017.

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AGS Laboratories: Protecting consumer confidence one diamond at a time

AGS/AGSL begin search for new CEO

AGS Labs achieves RJC certification

AGS marks two milestones

AGS announces Conclave sponsors

Batson to retire from AGS/AGS Labs in 2017

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AGS Laboratories: Protecting consumer confidence one diamond at a time

AGS/AGSL begin search for new CEO

AGS Labs achieves RJC certification

AGS marks two milestones

AGS announces Conclave sponsors

Batson to retire from AGS/AGS Labs in 2017

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