" There is more to GIA than its 71 years of groundbreaking gemological research and education. More than the Institute's dedicated team of over 800 professionals. More than its nonprofit status.
GIA's Active Ingredients Look beyond the world renowned reputation of GIA's Diamond Grading Reports... ...beyond the credibility and prestige imparted by its diploma programs... ...beyond the countless discoveries of its distinguished scientists and researchers... ...and what you're left with are the active ingredients in each of GIA's products and services: knowledge, integrity, credibility, and authority. ..." more

" Established in Antwerp, New York, Bangkok, Mumbai and Tokyo, IGI has now developed into the largest independent gem certification and appraisal institute renowned for its quality services, extensive experience and know-how. IGI, the oldest institute of its kind in Antwerp, was set up in 1975 and along with its sister laboratory in New York, is one of the leading gemological institutions in the world." more

I. C. A.

" The International Colored Gemstone Association is a non-profit association which was founded in 1983 to represent the international gemstone industry. The ICA is the first and only organization working to increase the understanding, appreciation, and sales of colored gemstones worldwide. "

" The American Gem Trade Association (AGTA) is an association of North American trade professionals dedicated to promoting the long term stability and integrity of the natural colored gemstone, pearl, and cultured pearl industry. 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 gem and jewelry industries for maintaining the highest ethical standards. ..." more

" H. R. D. : " Hoge Raad voor Diamant (HRD, Diamond High Council) In 1973, a non-profit organization was founded to coordinate and optimize all activities on behalf of the diamond business. The organization was named Hoge Raad voor Diamant (HRD, Diamond High Council). The Diamond High Council is the officially recognized representative of the Belgian diamond trade and industry... " more

" The WFDB was founded in 1947 to unite and to provide bourses trading in rough and polished diamonds and precious stones, with a common set of trading practice. The WFDB provides a legal framework and convenes to enact regulations for its 23 member diamond bourses.
The function of the WFDB is as diverse as the members who belong to it. Ethics, good business practice and morality are paramount and these are protected vigorously by the Constitution of the WFDB which provides for Arbitration and Disciplinary procedures against any bourse member who transgresses the code.
The purpose of the WFDB is to promote understanding and closer co-operation between peoples all over the world who earn their livelihood in the diamond and precious stones trade. Furthermore, it is the aim of the WFDB to encourage the establishment of bourses with a view to eventual affiliation. " ... more

" Amid growing concern over human rights violations and atrocities committed against innocent victims in diamond producing countries of war-torn northern Africa, the World Federation of Diamond Bourses and the International Diamond Manufacturers Association passed a resolution at their Antwerp meeting in July 2000, creating the World Diamond Council.
The resolution called for the newly formed WDC to include representation from the diamond industry itself and also from among countries where diamonds play a major economic role and from the international banking sector. The ultimate mandate for the World Diamond Council is the development, implementation and oversight of a tracking system for the export and import of rough diamonds to prevent the exploitation of diamonds for illicit purposes such as war and inhumane acts. Human rights activists refer to diamonds exploited in this way as "blood" or "conflict" diamonds. ..." more

" The BJA is the voice of the manufacturing jewellery industry in the UK. It has provided strong leadership for the industry for over 100 years and today, perhaps more than ever before, is involved in taking those decisions, which will shape the industry's future.
The BJA represents the interests of over 500 member companies, large and small, involved in all aspects of jewellery and silverware production. Member firms are spread throughout the country and include precious and fashion jewellery manufacturers, dealers in precious stones, pearls and metals, silversmiths, designer craftsmen and wholesalers. ..." more

" The Gemmological Association of Great Britain can trace its origins back to 1908. The world’s first qualifying Gemmology course originated in London and the first Gemmology diploma was awarded in 1913.
The first Gemmology Correspondence Course followed in 1921. The Association became an independent organization in 1931 and combined with the Gem Testing Laboratory of Great Britain in 1990 to form ‘GAGTL’ . These initials were replaced by the ‘Gem-A’ logo in 2001. The Gem-A headquarters is situated close to Hatton Garden in central London and contains the Education office, Gem Tutorial Centre, Membership office, Gem Testing Laboratory and Gem-A Instruments. "