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The gemstone show is slated to take place at the Scottish Rite Cathedral.
A selection of gemstones from Anza Gems, one of several brands that will be exhibiting at the Ethical Gem Fair, set to take place Feb. 1-4 at the Scottish Rite Cathedral in Tucson, Arizona.
Tucson, Ariz.—The Ethical Gem Fair is returning to Tucson.
The event will again feature members of the Ethical Gem Supplier Collective, a group of gemstone dealers with a focus on supporting artisanal mining communities and promoting responsible business practices in the industry.
The event, open to trade professionals, will take place Feb. 1-4 at the Scottish Rite Cathedral.
This year’s exhibiting brands include Anza Gems, Capricorn Gems, Columbia Gem House, Nature’s Geometry/Quore Jewelry, Perpetuum Jewels, Nineteen48, and Virtu Gem.
Along with showcasing their selection of gemstones, the exhibitors will share their perspectives on the journey from mine to market.
The Ethical Gem Fair is committed to transparency, organizers said, and it is designed to showcase gemstones that exemplify how the industry can evolve toward more ethical, fair, and supportive supply chains.
The show will be open from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily.
The Ethical Gem Suppliers Collective will co-host a happy hour event with nonprofit Ethical Metalsmiths at the venue on Feb. 2 from 4 to 6 p.m.
To register for the show and the happy hour, visit the Ethical Gem Fair website.
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The event will again feature members of the Ethical Gem Supplier Collective, a group of gemstone dealers with a focus on supporting artisanal mining communities and promoting responsible business practices in the industry.
The event, open to trade professionals, will take place Feb. 1-4 at the Scottish Rite Cathedral.
This year’s exhibiting brands include Anza Gems, Capricorn Gems, Columbia Gem House, Nature’s Geometry/Quore Jewelry, Perpetuum Jewels, Nineteen48, and Virtu Gem.
Along with showcasing their selection of gemstones, the exhibitors will share their perspectives on the journey from mine to market.
The Ethical Gem Fair is committed to transparency, organizers said, and it is designed to showcase gemstones that exemplify how the industry can evolve toward more ethical, fair, and supportive supply chains.
The show will be open from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily.
The Ethical Gem Suppliers Collective will co-host a happy hour event with nonprofit Ethical Metalsmiths at the venue on Feb. 2 from 4 to 6 p.m.
To register for the show and the happy hour, visit the Ethical Gem Fair website.
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