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GIA    
GIA was established in 1931 and has since become the world’s largest and most respected nonprofit institute of gemological research and learning.

Conceived in the august tradition of Europe’s most venerated institutes over 73 years ago, GIA discovers (through GIA Research), imparts (through GIA Education), and applies (through the GIA Gem Laboratory and GIA Gem Instruments) gemological knowledge to ensure the public trust in gems and jewelry.

For more information, visit the GIA web site by clicking onto the graphical link above.

AGTA    
The American Gem Trade Association (AGTA) is an association of North American trade professionals dedicated to promoting the long term stability and integrity of the natural colored gemstone, pearl, and cultured pearl industry. The association pursues its goals through the combined use of educational programs, publicity, industry events, government and industry relations, and printed materials for both the trade and consumer. The AGTA is well known in the gem and jewelry industries for maintaining the highest ethical standards.

For more information, visit the AGTA web site by clicking onto the graphical link above.