"We appeal to all jewellers not to engage in bullion trading and not to sell bullion directly to customers. We request jewellers not to sell bullion above five grams. We request that jewellery sales continue only to the extent genuinely required by customers. Jewellery sales for ceremonies and essential purposes can continue, but non-essential sales must be limited."

"The colored gemstone category is evolving rapidly, and so are consumer expectations. Today’s retailers and jewelry professionals are looking for deeper technical understanding because customers are asking more informed questions than ever before. Our goal with programs like these is to create confidence within the trade by making gemological knowledge more practical, accessible, and directly relevant to business."