Press Release: The Accredited Gemologists Association (AGA) is pleased to announce that renowned author, lecturer and consultant Antoinette Matlins and publisher Richard Drucker, the president of Gemworld International Inc., were elected to fellowship at the Gemmological Association of Great Britain (Gem-A). The presentations were made in London’s historic Goldsmith’s Hall during the annual graduation ceremony of Gem-A diploma students in November 2012. The fellowship credential (FGA) is revered globally and is issued by the world’s longest established provider of gem and jewelry education. Matlins and Drucker are prior recipients of the AGA’s Antonio C. Bonanno Award for Excellence in Gemology. The AGA will have a congratulatory “toast” for these two distinguished members and newest FGAs, during the association’s annual gala dinner and dance following the AGA Tucson conference February 6, 2013. The AGA Conference will be held 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on February 6, at the Marriott University Park, Tucson. Continental breakfast, light lunch and the ticket for the evening dinner gala are included with the conference fee. Early registration deadline is December 31. AGA & Gem-A members pay $195 or $230 after December 31. Non-Members pay $240 or $280 after December 31. Rapaport News is not responsible for, and does not endorse, the content of any third party press release. This is not a Rapaport Press Release. It has been provided as additional information for our clients.
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