Tag Archives: International Gemological Institute

Lab-grown diamond auction raises $38K for charity September 17, 2021 The first-ever international lab-grown diamond charity auction has been deemed a success, raising US$38,700 for Jewelers for Children (JFC). + Read More

Lab-grown diamond auction to benefit children’s charity August 25, 2021 More than US$75,000 worth of synthetic diamonds are up for sale, with proceeds going toward Jewelers for Children (JFC). + Read More

IGI appoints new North American president September 11, 2019 The International Gemological Institute (IGI) has named Avi Levy president of its North American business. + Read More

IGI to hold design course in Antwerp January 30, 2019 The International Gemological Institute will host a two-week jewellery design course in Antwerp this coming spring. + Read More

IGI acquired by Chinese investment group September 14, 2018 Fosun, a Chinese investment and operating conglomerate, has acquired 80 per cent of the International Gemological Institute in a move the institute says will support future growth. + Read More

New service supports synthetic diamond screening in India March 21, 2018 IGI has introduced a new service that will help Indian manufacturers determine the natural origin of their diamond inventory. + Read More

IGI recertified under responsible jewellery standard January 11, 2018 The International Gemological Institute (IGI)–North & South America has announced its recertification under the Responsible Jewellery Council’s (RJC’s) 2013 Code of Practices. + Read More

IGI to offer youth workshops in Mumbai June 12, 2014 Young gemmology enthusiasts in Mumbai will get another chance to delve into the world of testing and grading, thanks to International Gemological Institute (IGI). + Read More

RJC re-certifies IGI”“North & South America January 9, 2014 International Gemological Institute (IGI)”“North & South America has been re-certified by the Responsible Jewellery Council (RJC). + Read More

Moon to shine brighter, thanks to IGI diamonds July 16, 2013 We all know diamonds are out of this world, and if all goes as planned, they’ll be on the moon by 2015. + Read More