2008 Las Vegas AGA Conference - Friday, May 30, 2008
Platinum Hotel & Spa (Block of rooms available - click here for more information)
Diamond Grading for Experienced Gemologists — Eye-Opening Insights & Tips on Techniques
How many times have you looked at a diamond grading report and responded with something like, "How is that possible? No way!"
Most gemologists have experienced the frustration of grading a diamond that has been or will be graded differently on a report from a major laboratory.
Here is your chance to learn the "why" and the "how" of what goes into the decision behind what goes onto a diamond grading report issued by labs such as GIA, AGS, and GCAL. Come hear two of the world’s premier diamond graders—Dan Gillen, Laboratory Director, GCAL, New York, and Peter Yantzer, Laboratory Director at AGS, Las Vegas—share valuable personal insights and grading tips gleaned from their many years’ experience grading diamonds at major international laboratories.
During this conference you'll learn techniques never taught in any gemology course, and tips on how the major labs make critical decisions related to high-clarity/high-color and "split grade" stones. Armed with the knowledge you’ll gain in this conference, you’ll be able to better anticipate the grade a diamond will receive from a major lab, and be more consistent in your own grading.
You won’t want to miss the first-time "virtual" hands-on workshop that will be part of this conference!
The diamond grading workshop will be followed by a presentation of the AGA "Position Paper" on Color-Grading Fluorescent Diamonds and recommendations for important changes to procedures now used by diamond-grading laboratories. This follows information presented at the AGA Tucson conference and incorporates subsequent research by AGA members. Copies of the paper will be available at the conference.
The conference will be followed by a cocktail reception from the panoramic roof-top veranda of the Platinum Hotel where participants can connect with friends and colleagues and meet some of the industry's most respected gemologists and leaders.
Rooms at the Platinum Hotel & Spa - Limited number available, reserve soon!
We have succeeded in arranging a special rate for AGA Conference attendees at one of the nicest new hotels in Vegas -- the Platinum Hotel & Spa, an elegant, small hotel in which all of the rooms are beautifully appointed, fully equipped suites.
The Platinum is conveniently located in relation to the Sands Convention Center (where the JCK show is held) and the Rio (for those interested in attending the antique/estate show). Google Map
The rate is $159 per night, from May 29-June 4, and they can also adjust the dates for those arriving earlier or staying later.
Call 1-800-388-8106 - Mention AGA
Conference Location & Times
Platinum Hotel (map)
Check-in: 1:00 pm Conference 1:30 pm - 5:30 pm
Immediately followed by Cocktails, Hors D'oeuvres & stimulating conversations with friends, old and NEW!
Conference Fees
To register for this conference, please use the link in the right hand column above.
AGA Members, Gem-A Members & Guests: $75
Non-Members: $95
Register Now - Seating is Limited !
Conference Registration details
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