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As
well as having the satisfaction of knowing that they are supporting
the work of the Gem-A, members receive the following:
- Publications
All members receive the publications The Journal of
Gemmology and Gems & Jewellery.
- Discounts
Members are entitled to discounts on books and instruments
purchased through Gem-A Instruments, as well as special
rates for many meetings and workshops.
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- Meetings, Events and Tours
Members enjoy special rates for attendance at the Gem-A
Annual Conference and meetings, trips
and visits throughout the year. An expanding branch
network in the UK provides meetings and events for members
in their own localities. Overseas members are encouraged
to form groups in their own countries.
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- MailTalk
All Gem-A members may join the Gem-A MailTalk information
exchange. This is an email-based forum that will allow
you to share comments and ideas with other members,
ask or answer queries, and receive regular news from Gem-A.
Click
here for further information.
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- Gem Discovery
Club
A regular practical gemmology evening for gem enthusiasts held at Gem-A's London headquarters on Tuesday evenings.
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What
are the advantages of becoming a member?
Whatever
your interest in gemstones, you should benefit from Gem-A membership.
As well as the services and discounts available to all members,
there are benefits specially suited to your interest.
- Gain information on gems on the market today,
and update your knowledge of current gemstone treatments and synthetics,
and methods of their detection through the Association's publications
and lectures.
- Meet a wide range of trade members at regional
meetings and the Gem-A Annual Conference.
- Attend London
workshops at discounted rates - gem updates and bead stringing
are particularly relevant to our trade members.
- Keep up-to-date on rare gems and new
gem sources through the Association's publications
and lectures.
- Meet people who share your interests
through meetings and visits, and the Gem-A
Annual Conference.
- Receive news of forthcoming gem and
minerals fairs, and jewellery auctions.
- Gain current research information on
gems from The Journal
of Gemmology, including UV-VIS, IR and Raman data.
- Use of the extensive gemmological abstracts
and book reviews section in The Journal.
- Attend lectures at regional
meetings and the Annual Conference presented by fellow research
workers.
- Enjoy access (by appointment) to the
Association's library.
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Anyone
with an interest in gemstones, whether they are in the gem and jewellery
trade, are collectors of gems, or simply love the beauty and romance
of gemstones and want to know more, may apply for membership. No
qualifications are necessary.
Those
who have already qualified in Gem-A's Gemmology or Gem Diamond Diploma
examinations may apply for Fellowship or
Diamond Membership respectively.
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All
subscriptions are renewable on 1 January each year.
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Membership Subscription Rate 2008 |
| UK |
£72.50 |
| Europe |
£80.00 |
| Overseas |
£85.00 |
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To apply
for membership please fill in this downloadable form and return
it to us either by fax to +44 (0)20 7404 8843 or mail to the Membership
Department, Gem-A, 27 Greville Street, London EC1N 8TN, UK.
Download
Form HERE (Please use Acrobat Reader 7 to view this document)
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