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Supporting Jewelry Industry Professionals

For more than 90 years, the American Gem Society has helped jewelry professionals build stronger businesses, earn consumer trust, and advance their careers through education, credentials, and an unmatched professional community.

Why Join AGS

Joining AGS is about more than membership. It’s about becoming part of a community committed to raising the standard of professionalism across the jewelry industry.

Through nationally recognized credentials, continuing education, industry events, business resources, and a network of respected professionals, AGS helps members strengthen their expertise, build consumer confidence in the jewelry buying process, and grow their businesses.

Membership also demonstrates a commitment to ethics. AGS members uphold the highest standards and continue investing in their professional development. Your AGS membership signals excellence to customers, peers, and partners.

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Elevate Professional Standards

Demonstrate your professionalism through credentials, continuing education, and ethics.

Grow Your Business

Access education, business resources, industry partnerships, and opportunities that strengthen your business and your reputation.

Build Trusted Connections

Members learn from one another and create lasting relationships through networking, mentoring, and community.

Conclave

Connect with industry leaders, expand your network, and discover new ideas you can bring back to your business.

Education

Keep your knowledge and skills sharp by earning credentials, attending in-person lab classes, online learning through AGS PRO, educational events, and more.

Member Groups

Build relationships with peers who share your interests, challenges, and professional goals.

Strategic Partners

The AGS community receives an increased level of service and exclusive offerings through our strategic partnerships.

Marketing

Promote your business and highlight your AGS membership with press release templates, advertising, social media opportunities, and more.

What Our Members Say

Since 1976, I have been part of incredible stories that include a perfect piece of jewelry that expresses your love! Thank you for being a part of our dream, and on behalf of my entire staff, I welcome you to Julz!

Many of our vendors and suppliers are American Gem Society (AGS) members and over the years of nurturing our relationships during various AGS events (Conclave, Circle of Distinction) these business relationships developed into friendships. When working with a friend the relationship develops from a “me” mentality to an “us” mentality. When we needed extensions or special requests, our friends said “yes.” When we said we were reducing spending in 2020, our friends said “we understand, we’ll be here.” I firmly believe these relationships we built through AGS benefited our business and also reinforced our relationship with our AGS suppliers. They are our first call should we have a need because they were there for us.

We joined AGS because we wanted to be challenged to do better and to be better. We wanted our team to know how we feel about the importance of education and consumer disclosure and ethics. We wanted to be surrounded by other jewelers who hold the highest standards in our industry, but of course know how to have fun and feel like family. "That is what AGS is and has done for our business. When we hit our 7th and 8th generation, we will still be a part of AGS. AGS will continue to grow and help jewelers like you and I grow with it. What more would you want than a membership who only feels successful when its members do? So if you want to be a part of a family that helps you grow, challenges you, and mentors you in your education, then join AGS. You’ll be glad you did!”

A Reputation Built on High Standards

The American Gem Society takes its reputation seriously, and that starts with the standards we hold ourselves and our members to.

Members undergo a peer-reviewed application process and, if credentialed, must complete an annual recertification exam. This ongoing commitment helps ensure AGS members maintain their knowledge, uphold high professional standards, and provide consumers and industry partners with trusted expertise.

That level of accountability is what gives the AGS name its weight in the industry. It’s not just something you join. It’s something you maintain, and something others recognize when deciding who to trust.

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Who We Are

Dedicated Jewelry Professionals

AGS is a community of professionals who share knowledge, support one another, and are dedicated to strengthening the industry together.

Strong Standards. Strong Community.

We believe strong standards create a stronger community. AGS membership is earned, not simply claimed. Members undergo a thorough vetting process and maintain their status through ongoing education and accountability.

Committed to Ongoing Education

Membership is more than joining an organization. It’s a commitment to continuous learning, professional growth, and staying at the forefront of an ever-evolving industry.