The Jewelers of America (JA) is a
trade association
A trade association, also known as an industry trade group, business association, sector association or industry body, is an organization founded and funded by businesses that operate in a specific Industry (economics), industry. An industry tra ...
of professionals in the United States
jewelry
Jewellery ( UK) or jewelry ( U.S.) consists of decorative items worn for personal adornment, such as brooches, rings, necklaces, earrings, pendants, bracelets, and cufflinks. Jewellery may be attached to the body or the clothes. From a w ...
industry. The organization was formed in 1906. Jewelers of America produces a Code of Professional Practices for use by those in the industry. The association also provides information to help consumers learn about jewelry.
In 2009, the Jewelers of America formed a strategic alliance with Jewelers Mutual Insurance Company to enhance services to the industry.
National Jeweler
In January 2015, Jewelers of America acquired ''National Jeweler'' from Emerald Expositions.
[Bates, Bob]
"Jewelers of America Buys, Will Run National Jeweler"
, ''JCKonline.com'', 12 January 2015. Retrieved on 07 February 2016. ''National Jeweler'' magazine was founded in 1906.
References
External links
*{{Official website, https://www.jewelers.org/ja
1906 establishments in the United States
Jewellery organizations
Jewelry industry in the United States
Organizations established in 1906
Trade associations based in the United States