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Encyclopedia > American Gemological Society

The American Gem Society (AGS) is a trade association of professional gemologists founded in 1934 by Robert M. Shipley, who also founded the Gemological Institute of America (GIA). Members are held to a high code of ethics with emphasis on consumer protection. The Gemological Institute of America, or GIA, is a non-profit institute dedicated to research and education in the field of gemology. ...


The society is based in Las Vegas, Nevada and includes the American Gem Society Laboratories (AGSL) founded in 1996. Welcome to Fabulous Las Vegas sign just to the south of the Las Vegas Strip welcoming visitors to the city City nickname: The Entertainment Capital of the World Location of Las Vegas in Nevada County Clark Mayor Oscar B. Goodman Area   â€“Land   â€“Water 293. ...


The society trains and certifies jewelers, gemologists, and gemology appraisers. Diamond grading is the specialty of the AGS and the society has developed their own clarity and color standards. A scattering of round-brilliant cut diamonds shows off the many reflecting facets. ...


External links

  • American Gem Society website
  • Independent Gemological Laboratories


 

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