The American Gem Society was established in 1934 to create an association dedicated to setting and maintaining the highest possible standards of business ethics and professionalism in the jewelry industry. Today, AGS members continue their dedication to ethics, knowledge and consumer protection.
A nonprofit institute established in 1931, GIA's mission is to ensure the public's trust in gems and jewelry by upholding the highest standards of integrity, academics, science and professionalism through education, research, laboratory services and instrument development. GIA attained its leadership role through decades of integrity and ingenuity.
The AGTA is recognized as the true voice of the natural colored gemstone and cultured pearl industries and is respected around the world. Since it's inception in 1981, AGTA and its members have been committed to the disclosure of gemstone enhancements on all commercial documents and to abide by the Association's Code of Ethics and Principles of Fair Business Practice. Annual affirmation of the Code of Ethics, and enforcement by the AGTA, holds a member to a stricter disclosure policy than required by the Federal Trade Commission.
With the mission to increase consumer confidence in the jewelry industry, JA advocates professionalism and adherence to high ethical, social and environmental standards. Our Code of Professional Practices and position statements on issues of importance to consumers illustrate our deep commitment to responsible business practices in the retail jewelry industry.
The JVC is a non-profit trade association supported by the jewelry industry. We offer a variety of services to the industry, as well as general jewelry buying information to the public.
BBB sets and upholds high standards for ethical marketplace behavior. BBB is the preeminent resource to turn to for objective, unbiased information on businesses and charities.