The eagerly awaited Ethical Gem Fair is making its comeback to Tucson, Arizona, next month, promising an exciting new addition to its repertoire. This significant event, orchestrated by the Ethical Gem Suppliers Collective, is dedicated to championing responsible material procurement, ensuring clear and open supply chains, and fostering community-driven principles throughout the gemstone sector.
Scheduled to take place at the distinguished Scottish Rite Cathedral from January 30 to February 2, the fair will host a diverse group of esteemed suppliers. Participants include Agere Treasures, Anza Gems, Capricorn Gems, Columbia Gem House, Nature's Geometry/Quore, Nineteen48, Perpetuum Jewels, and Virtu Gem, all committed to ethical practices.
A notable highlight for the 2026 iteration of the fair is the introduction of a dedicated Designer Showcase. This innovative platform will feature exquisite finished jewelry pieces crafted exclusively from thoughtfully and consciously sourced gemstones. The organizers have stated that this showcase is specifically curated to spotlight deliberate design choices, material selections, and manufacturing decisions, thereby celebrating an expanding community of designers who are deeply committed to sustainable and responsible methodologies.
According to the organizers, by presenting completed works alongside their raw material origins, the showcase effectively draws a direct and compelling link between ethical choices in sourcing and their beautiful, final manifestation in jewelry. Furthermore, Columbia Gem House will unveil an exciting new line of faceted star-shaped gemstones in an array of captivating materials including sapphire, citrine, vibrant neon green beryl, pristine white quartz, and rich garnet, available in calibrated sizes ranging from 3 to 5.5mm.
In addition to these dazzling star-shaped creations, Columbia Gem House is also set to introduce elegant faceted crescent moon cuts crafted from sapphire and Idaho garnet, offered in popular 5x3mm and 6x4mm dimensions. The supplier will also expand its existing collection of star cabochons, featuring both sapphire and ruby, providing even more options for discerning designers and collectors.
The upcoming Ethical Gem Fair in Tucson is poised to be a pivotal event, bringing together leading suppliers and designers to celebrate and advance the principles of ethical sourcing and transparent supply chains within the jewelry industry, all while unveiling stunning new gemstone designs and collections.