Open only to a maximium of 100 elite jewelers, Leading Jewelers of the World selects premier leaders in retail jewelry for membership on an exclusive market area basis within the United States and the Caribbean.

  As a Leading Jeweler of the World, each member must abide by the high level standards and practices set forth by the Association. These involve stringent criteria regarding the environment of the store, product quality and business integrity, full disclosure in the sale of diamonds and diamond jewelry - including the use of only non-conflict diamonds - and providing exceptional and extreme customer care in the everyday practice of serving you.

  Routine inspections, personnel training and on-going, exacting compliance requirements mandated by the Association are your assurance of receiving a consistent, delightful and memorable shopping experience from all member stores displaying our Trustmark.

Michael Barlerin    Executive Director
Amanda DeTommaso    Brand Manager

  Only a small percentage of those who apply for membership in the American Gem Society are awarded membership. In order for a firm to become a member of the American Gem Society they must meet the following criteria:

 The firm owners, principals, or employees must have a high level of gemological knowledge. This includes having studied and completed an Accredited or Graduate Program from the GIA or Gemological Association of Great Britain.

  The firm must hold a reputation for unquestioned integrity in the business community and must be operated in a way that will enhance the confidence of the public in the jewelry industry.

  The owners and principals must demonstrate that they are genuinely interested in high business ethics and the firm exemplifies this belief.

  The firm must be a retail or supplier jewelry business that has been established for at least two years and has demonstrated financial stability.