American Gem Trade Association (AGTA)

Non-profit OrganizationsUnited States11-50 Employees

The American Gem Trade Association (AGTA) is an association of United States and Canadian trade professionals dedicated to promoting the long term stability and integrity of the natural colored gemstone and Cultured Pearl industries. 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 gemstone and jewelry industries for maintaining the highest ethical standards.

Founded in 1981, the AGTA now has over 1,200 Members in the United States and Canada , representing the two countries' leading colored gemstone and cultured pearl wholesalers, jewelry manufacturers, designers, retailers and industry professionals, estate dealers, industry suppliers and colored diamond dealers. 

AGTA Members are proud to uphold the highest ethical standards in their business practices, agreeing to the Association's strict Code of Ethics and full disclosure of gemstone enhancements. These standards surpass those required by the Federal Trade Commission's guides for the jewelry industry. 

AGTA brings together the industry's highest-quality gem-cutters, designers, retailers and buyers through its trade shows in Tucson and Las Vegas, AGTA GemFair and the world renown Spectrum Awards competition in New York.

To become a member of AGTA, visit http://bit.ly/BecomeAMemberAGTA

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