AGA Tucson Conference: A Gemology Workshop that had Everyone Playing Along. Who Knew a...

by Emily “D.D.” FrontiereContributing Editorfor the Roskin Gem News Report Each year, the Tucson AGA Conference brings industry professionals together to interact with each other...

Accredited Gemologists Association: 2026 Celebrity Gemologist Interview featuring Christopher Smith of American Gemological Laboratories

2026 Celebrity Gemologist Interview featuring Christopher Smith of American Gemological LaboratoriesTuesday, August 18, 2026, 10am PDT NEW DATE TO BE ANNOUNCED Christopher P. Smith, President and...

Tariffs Again? Making Sense of the Latest Changes Affecting Gem Imports

Just when many in the gem trade thought theyfinally understood the last round of U.S. tariffs...the tariffs have changed again. Gary RoskinRoskin Gem News Report Over...

American Society of Appraisers: ASAIC26 Heads to Fort Worth, Texas

Those attending the American Society of Appraisers' International Conferencethis October will find far more than just updates on valuation standards. Gems & Jewelry Track Tackles...

American Gem Society Conclave Heads to Orlando with GIA Hands-On Gemology, Colored Stone Research,...

After partnering with GIA for Converge in Carlsbad last year, the American Gem Society heads to Orlando this September 14–17 for its 2026 Conclave,...

The Accredited Gemologists Association Announces Kerry Gregory as the Inaugural Recipient of the Alan...

AGA Press Release The Accredited Gemologists Association (AGA) is proud to announce Kerry Gregory as the inaugural recipient of the Alan Hodgkinson Medal, a prestigious...

AGTA’s 2026 Spectrum and Cutting Edge Awards

Now Open for Entries! Here is your official invitation, "to enter one of the most prestigious jewelry design competitions in the world." The AGTA Spectrum &...

“Colors of the Diamond Market” – 2026 AGA Virtual Conference: This Tuesday, June 23,...

The Accredited Gemologists Association (AGA) hosts a dedicated virtual event focused on the diamond market and gemology. The conference—"Colors of the Diamond Market"—provides insights into...

Chicago Responsible Jewelry Conference 

Connect with industry leaders and attend the Responsible Gem Boutique and the Chicago Responsible Jewelry Conference, taking place October 22–24, 2026. Enjoy shopping at the...

Gem-A Gemmology Conference Returns to London, November 2026

The Gem-A Conference will welcome renowned speakers, illustrious sponsors, and internationally revered gemmologists to The Leonardo Royal Hotel London St Paul’s for a weekend...

From Gem Pits to Mangoes

Nearly three years after planting hundreds of trees near Sri Lanka's gem mining districts,the results are beginning to show. Sustainability reports often focus on promises....

Art Jewelry Forum (AJF) Heads to Canada for the Weekend: First Stop, Montreal

AJF Heads to Montreal—And Yes, This is Worth a LookJune 12–14, 2026A two-day program launching AJF Weekends Unfortunately, most in the trade will scroll right...