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Lab-Grown Industry Needs a Coming Of Age

June 06, 2024

Since COVID, Lab-Grown Diamonds (LGD) have emerged as a formidable force in the gemstone industry with rapidly increasing volumes and dynamic prices. However, the state of the industry as it stands reminds me of a child imitating its parents because they are all it has ever known. Perhaps stemming from the fact that...

AGTA's Ban on Lab-Grown Gems: Protectionism or Pragmatism?

April 10, 2024

The American Gem Trade Association's (AGTA) decision to ban the exhibition and sale of lab-grown gems at its trade shows starting in 2025 is a bold move that reflects the industry's ongoing struggle to maintain the integrity and perceived value of natural gemstones. While the AGTA's stance underscores the enduring...