AGS Labs Expands Grading Capacity to Maintain Fast Turnaround Time

(IDEX Online News) – The American Gem Society Laboratories, LLC (AGS Labs) announced that it has extended its laboratory grading capacity over the past year to maintain its consistent “less than five day” grading turnaround time on diamonds submitted for grading. The lab said it intends to maintain the same quality of service in 2012.

According to Dennis Mette, director of operations, the lab’s commitment has always been to assure clients of a fast turnaround of their goods, “and we have grown our grading and operational support staff to accommodate this high level of service. A part of the AGS Labs values is the understanding that we’re a part of our clients’ order fulfillment process.”

“Our laboratory has always graded many of the finest makes of cut in our industry, including many proprietary cuts, and we have specialized reports just for those.  We pride ourselves in providing quality service with a personal touch that our clients have come to respect and appreciate,” said Peter Yantzer, executive director of AGS Labs.

Known for pioneering the Ideal Cut grade for round brilliant cut diamonds, often referred to as the “AGS Ideal” or the “Triple Zero” cut grade, the Laboratory is committed to setting and maintaining the highest standards for diamond grading.  In addition to grading cut in round and modified round brilliant cut diamonds, the Lab grades cut in princess, emerald and oval shapes.