Get Diamonds and Jewelers of America Announce Member Benefit Partner Agreement
Online trading platform lists 1.3 million stones
Antwerp, June 30, 2020: Jewelers of America (JA), the national trade association for businesses serving the fine jewelry marketplace, and
Get Diamonds
,
the world’s largest B2B online diamond marketplace that is backed and supported by the World Federation of Diamond Bourses (WFDB), have announced a Member Benefit Partner agreement.
Through this agreement, JA Members now have access to VIP enrollment as well as discounted subscription services on
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IJC FULL BUILDING SHUT DOWN
Wednesday,
July 1
st
, 2020 8:00 pm – Thursday, July 2
nd
, 2020 8:00 am
Attention 550 tenants only:
The building has engaged an HVAC Contractor to complete upgrades to the HVAC System for efficiencies and we are required to complete a full building power shut down.
Please follow the following instructions:
- Inform your alarm company
- Back-up all computer data before shutting off and coordinate power back up supply (if needed)
- Turn off or unplug all critical equipment
GIA Reopens NY Lab for Business
After shutting down during the coronavirus pandemic, the GIA’s laboratory in New York City is back open for business. Beginning today (June 29), the laboratory is open with limited capacity Monday to Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.
GIA said everyone visiting, including clients, must wear masks/facial coverings to enter the building and offices.
Everyone also will be subject to a temperature screening and
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Burglaries on the Rise
There has been an increase of burglaries around the country. Burglaries range from petty theft to fatal shootings. We urge our members to be extra cautious when dealing with the public. As the economy continues to decline, crime is on the incline and needs to be addressed. Thankfully, there have been arrests made and authorities are continuously going after those caught on camera. Some looters have been caught in recent weeks as time has allowed investigators to examine social media videos as well as security footage.
COVID-19 Closures
As COVID-19 cases continue to surge there is fear that our businesses can be closed yet again. We urge our members to abide by guidelines as issued by Los Angeles Health Department. Do your part, maintain social distance and wear your face covering, especially in public areas.
With the 4th of July weekend approaching cases are anticipated to surge. Los Angeles County beaches will close
July 3rd through 6th in an attempt to restrict large gatherings.
Jewelers Mutual Partners with Jeweler’s Vigilance Committee (JVC) to form Jewel Pac
Even though our industry is still adapting to the “new normal,” I wanted to let you know about a resource that fulfills an essential need.
Since most jewelers are required to comply with Anti-Money Laundering (AML) laws under the USA PATRIOT Act, now is a great time to review your compliance status.
Together with the Jeweler’s Vigilance Committee (JVC), the industry’s legal compliance experts, we’re offering a new and improved online AML program:
JewelPAC.
AIGS Opens Lab in Shanghai
The Asian Institute of Gemological Sciences has expanded its footprint with the opening of a lab in Shanghai to meet the growing demand for gemstone reports in China.
AIGS inaugurated the new lab, located downtown in the Huangpu district, on June 12.
It’s open to clients, offering a comprehensive range of gemstone and jewelry analysis reports, including rubies, sapphires and emeralds.
