Program aims to educate young consumers about mined stones’ positive qualities.
Decision follows “disruptive” impact of synthetic diamonds on market, organization says.
Ethical sourcing, gender equality, and synthetic diamonds were among the hot topics at the World Jewellery Confederation’s recent gathering in Jaipur.
The American Gem Trade Association (AGTA) has named Texas-based jeweler John Ford as its new CEO, the industry group announced this week. He succeeds Douglas Hucker, who stood down in March after 24 years.