AGTA GTC issues alert on dyed tourmaline
The American Gem Trade Association Gemological Testing Center (AGTA GTC) has issued a lab update regarding dyed tourmaline.
AGTA GemFair seminars now on DVD
Dallas--The American Gem Trade Association (AGTA) recorded its GemFair Tucson seminar program for the first time this year using a new technology that combines audio recording synched with the...
AGTA GemFair buyers: Color, pearls strong for '09
Although attendance was down compared with last year and buying activity was slower, many retail jewelers still attended the American Gem Trade Association GemFair earlier this month to restock their...
Jewelers Mutual sponsors AGTA dinner-dance
Neenah, Wis.--For the third year, Jewelers Mutual Insurance Co. is sponsoring the American Gem Trade Association (AGTA) Dinner Dance and Spectrum Awards Gala, held during the AGTA GemFair in Tucson,...
AGTA, MVI add 'Consumer's Choice' to Spectrum Awards
Dallas—The American Gem Trade Association (AGTA), together with MVI Marketing, is introducing a new awards division to the AGTA Spectrum Awards: Consumer's Choice Honors.
World of Gems Conference debuts
Dallas—The first World of Gems Conference, held in Chicago from Sept. 13-14, had a strong debut, with industry experts educating attendees on current issues in the jewelry trade, according to...
AGTA launches online directory
Dallas—The American Gem Trade Association (AGTA) has launched an online sourcing guide for the gemstone and jewelry industry, the organization announced this week.
AGTA Spectrum Awards adds Consumer's Choice Honors
Dallas—The American Gem Trade Association (AGTA), in conjunction with MVI Marketing, is introducing the Consumer's Choice Honors to its 2009 AGTA Spectrum Awards.
AGTA taps Graham for marketing post
Dallas—The American Gem Trade Association (AGTA) has hired a diamond and jewelry industry veteran as its new marketing manager.
AGTA sets GemFair dates
Dallas—Colored-gemstone buyers, mark your calendars: The American Gem Trade Association (AGTA) has announced that its 2009 AGTA GemFair in Tucson, Ariz., will be held from Feb. 4-9.
AGTA names new board members
Dallas—Robert Bentley of Robert Bentley Co. was voted in as vice president of the American Gem Trade Association (AGTA)'s board of directors, the AGTA announced on Wednesday.
AGTA Spectrum Awards offers NYC drop-off program
Dallas—The American Gem Trade Association (AGTA), organizers of the annual Spectrum and Cutting Edge Awards, have announced two new changes to the 2008 Spectrum competition.
AGTA urges members to check irradiated blue topaz
Dallas—The American Gem Trade Association (AGTA) issued a statement today reminding members to do their own radiation checks if they handle deep blue topaz.
AGTA appoints search committee for exec director
Dallas—American Gem Trade Association (AGTA) President Rick Krementz has appointed a search committee to consider candidates to lead the colored-gemstone association.
Hucker resigns as AGTA CEO
Dallas—The board of directors for the American Gem Trade Association (AGTA) announced today that it has accepted the resignation of Douglas Hucker as chief executive officer of the association.
AGTA calls for Spectrum Awards entries
Dallas—If you're a jewelry designer or a lapidary artist with a knack for natural colored-gemstone creations, the American Gem Trade Association (AGTA) is looking for entries to its annual AGTA...
Marina Epelboym joins AGTA Gemological Testing Center
Dallas—The American Gem Trade Association (AGTA) has announced the appointment of Marina Epelboym to gemologist for the AGTA Gemological Testing Center (GTC) team.
Gem shows bring color back to Tucson
Tucson, Ariz.—The gem trade brought a colorful caravan into the desert city of Tucson again this year, as colored-gem seekers converged on the Tucson Convention Center for the AGTA GemFair,...
AGTA appoints Griffin to new COO post
Dallas—As it gets ready to launch an effort to grow its membership, the American Gem Trade Association (AGTA) has appointed Edwin Griffin Jr. as its first chief operating officer.
AGTA, JCOC announce 'Consumer's Choice' picks
Paso Robles, Calif.--The American Gem Trade Association (AGTA) and MVI Marketing's Jewelry Consumer Opinion Council (JCOC) have announced the results of the first-ever "Consumer's Choice Honors," the...