Gem-A
Gem-A (the Gemmological Association of Great Britain) is the UK’s leading authority on gemmological education, research, and standards, providing internationally recognised diplomas and professional development to gemmologists, jewellers, and industry specialists. As a cornerstone of credibility in the gem trade, Gem-A shapes industry practices through its courses in gem identification, treatments, gemstone grading, and ethical sourcing. Jewellery Focus offers dedicated coverage of Gem-A’s curriculum updates, examination insights, student exhibitions, research publications, and CPD events. Our reporting aids retailers, manufacturers, gem dealers, and valuers in understanding advancements in gem knowledge, technical standards, and professional qualifications—supporting quality assurance, consumer trust, and commercial excellence in the UK jewellery sector.
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Dec- 2018 -12 DecemberFeatures
The rise of fancy coloured diamonds
One in every 10,000 diamonds produced possesses natural colour. For this reason alone, fancy coloured diamonds have long been cherished for their beauty and rare form, retaining value and making prized and valuable jewels within the diamond industry. Over the past 14 years, fancy coloured diamonds (typically blue and pink…
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Jan- 2018 -8 JanuaryEvents
Gem-A invites prospective students to open evening event
The Gemmological Association of Great Britain (Gem-A) has announced its first open evening of 2018, letting students explore its London teaching centre. Guests interested in the association’s gemmology foundation, gemmology diploma and diamond diploma courses will be able to speak with tutors, explore the teaching facilities and listen to a…
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Feb- 2017 -17 FebruaryTrade Organisations
Gem-A revives historic ties with Canadian Gemmological Association
The Gemmological Association of Great Britain (Gem-A) has renewed its historic partnership with the Canadian Gemmological Association (CGA). The partnership takes inspiration from a previous agreement between the two associations, and will offer students and graduates of both associations access to shared gemmological education. In practice, this will enable CGA…
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May- 2016 -18 MayTrade Organisations
New LDB president appointed as Harry Levy named chairman
The London Diamond Bourse (LDB) has appointed Menachem Prager as its new president, simultaneously creating a new chairman role. Current president Harry Levy has been appointed to the newly created position. Former vice-president Prager, who is the principal of a successful diamond company, has been a member of the bourse…
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Mar- 2016 -21 MarchAppointments
Gem-A appoints Alan Hart as CEO
The Gemmological Association of Great Britain (Gem-A) has announced the appointment of Alan Hart as the association’s new CEO. A former member of the Gem-A Council, Hart is currently head of Earth Sciences Collections at the Natural History Museum, London. With a wealth of experience in the gem and mineral…
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Feb- 2016 -4 FebruaryTrade Organisations
Gem-A seeks new chief executive
The Gemmological Association of Great Britain (Gem-A) has announced it is seeking a new chief executive to spearhead its growth. The association said the successful applicant will have “proven management skills and a high level of experience” in gemmology or a closely related field. The chief executive will oversee the…
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Oct- 2015 -22 OctoberAppointments
Gem-A names Nick Jones interim CEO
After several months without a chief executive, the Council of the Gemmological Association of Great Britain (Gem-A) has appointed Nick Jones as interim CEO. A retired chartered accountant, Jones’s role as interim CEO is to manage the association, and advise the council on the future structure of the association. In a…
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Sep- 2015 -14 SeptemberEvents
Gem-A reveals speaker line-up for 2015 conference
The Gemmological Association of Great Britain (Gem-A) has announced the programme of speakers for its upcoming annual international gemmological Conference 2015. This year’s event will incorporate the Federation of European Education in Gemmology’s (FEEG) International Symposium of Gemmology, taking place from 21–22 November at RIBA Venues, 66 Portland Place, in…
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Aug- 2015 -27 AugustTrade Organisations
Gem-A reveals new board following election results
The Gemmological Association of Great Britain (Gem-A) has unveiled its new board members following a vote held at its annual general meeting (AGM) on Wednesday, August 26. The AGM, which had previously been postponed earlier this year, saw the appointment of seven new board members from the UK along with…
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Jun- 2015 -16 JuneTrade Organisations
Gem-A members ‘could force’ EGM
The Gemmological Association of Great Britain (Gem-A) has released an statement acknowledging disquiet amongst some of its members, but previously told Jewellery Focus it is could not release a statement containing a direct response to the concerns raised in a recent petition. In its statement, the organisation said: “The Council of Gem-A is well aware of…
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