AMERICAN GEM SOCIETY (AGS)

Hoff Jewelers is proud to be a member of the American Gem Society (AGS). The AGS holds fine jewelers to a set of standards so high that only a small percentage of those who apply are actually awarded membership. Being a member of the AGS, we are held to the highest code of ethics and business practices in the industry. Eric Hoff, a Registered Jeweler with AGS must take a yearly recertification exam to retain his distinguished title. We are also expected to be 100% honest and fair with all of our advertising and pricing. For more information on the AGS and their high standards, please take a look at their website

GEMOLOGICAL INSTITUTE OF AMERICA (GIA)

 

The Gemological Institute of America (GIA) is the world's largest and most respected non-profit institute of gemological research and learning. Their Graduate Gemologist (G.G.) designation is the most respected in the jewelry industry. Eric Hoff, G.G. has exhibited the dedication, intelligence and skill needed to pass this rigorous set of courses and examinations. For more information on the GIA, please see their website

INDEPENDENT JEWELERS ORGANIZATION (IJO)

 

The Independent Jewelers Organization (IJO) is the largest buying group in the world with over 850 members worldwide. With such a vast membership they are able to negotiate the best prices from more than 150 top suppliers in the country. As members we also have the opportunity to buy directly from diamond cutters in IJO offices in Antwerp, Belgium, the diamond capital of the world. All of these savings are ultimately passed on to you the consumer. We are able to stay current with industry trends by going to at least 1 of the 2 annual trade shows every year. We also have the opportunity to attend many educational seminars on both gemology and industry trends, and to discuss with other members better ways to serve you, our clients. For more information on the IJO, please take a look at their website