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AGL to Have On-Site Testing at 2 Shows
American Gemological Laboratories will perform on-site testing of colored stones at JCK Las Vegas as well as the Las Vegas Antique Jewelry & Watch Show.
New York--American Gemological Laboratories will perform on-site testing of colored stones for identification, enhancement and origin reports at two shows during Las Vegas market week.
As part of AGL’s outreach program to support its national and international clients, the lab said President and owner Christopher Smith and staff will be available throughout GemFair to provide the same reporting services as it does in its New York-based offices.
The AGL’s on-site contact details are as follows.
JCK Las Vegas
June 2 to 6
AGTA South Pacific Ballroom, Mandalay Bay Resort & Casino
Booth #123
Phone number to call during the event: 646-468-9110
Las Vegas Antique Jewelry & Watch Show
June 2 to 5
Paris Las Vegas
Booth #2132
Phone number to call during the event: 917-930-5272
Stones will be accepted for analysis on a first-come, first-served basis so appointments are encouraged.
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