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Frequently Asked Questions

Gem X is a private social club for jewelry enthusiasts. Our mission is to transform jewelry into social experiences for a new generation of jewelry lovers.We seek the x factor – the magic of jewelry found in social experiences, storytelling and sharing. Read more about our beginnings here.

We comprise of over 1,000 members from around the world, all with a vetted connection to and enthusiasm for jewelry. Many members hold gemology degrees, work at auction houses and museums, or design jewelry of our own. Every member is vetted as a true jewelry and gem enthusiast.  For a taste of our members, you can get to know our Core here.

Gem X looks for members who show a genuine enthusiasm for jewelry.  We carefully vet interest to ensure the best and most authentic experience for all our members. To be considered for Gem X, please start your membership application here.  We will reach out to follow up with you once reviewing your application.  As we vet all Gem X members, you may be contacted for an interview with the Gem X Core.

We have 3 types of membership options, described below:

  • Archival ($10/month): For those who want to try Gem X and watch our online conversations, we offer a monthly subscription that grants access to our Gemflix archive and select online content. For $10 a month, you will have access to all previous Gemflix recordings, newsletter archives, social diary and more.

  • Immersive ($200/year): Ready to commit to Gem X? We welcome true jewelry enthusiasts to join our club. With a Gem X membership, you will receive invitations to curated in-person chapter events in NYC, London, LA, full access to our online content, the Gemflix Archive, an invitation to join our private members-only Slack chat, access to our global directory, as well as invitations to meet-ups and excursions at jewelry events all around the world.
  • Early Access ($1000/year): For the most ardent of jewelry fans, we offer a small number of VIP memberships. Gem X Early Access members receive invitations a day in advance and have complimentary access to all Gem X events, no matter their price tag or where they are in the world. From our private gem dinners to our most exclusive salon tours, previews at exciting jewelry destinations like the Tucson Gem Show and much more, the Early Access membership package offers boundless jewelry adventures. In addition, it comes with its very own jewelry concierge to offer jewelry insider tips and connections across our chapter locations of New York City and London. Begin your application process below.
  • Patron ($3000/year):Our top tier of membership brings you into the heart of our club. Gem X Patrons have the opportunity to join forces with other jewelry change makers to advance our shared passion. Patrons have the choice to support:
    1. a Gem X Scholarship,
    2. a Gemflix Speaker Series,
    3. a new Gem X City Chapter,
    4. a Gem X Excursion to a place you wish to explore, or
    5. a Gem X Core Collection Jewel.
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    Patron members receive all the perks of the memberships described above, plus an invitation to participate in the exclusive Gem X Core Collection — a curated set of traveling jewels, selected by the Core and custom made for Gem X by our favorite designers. Collectors Circle memberships are by invitations only and inquiries can be made to assistant@gemx.club.

We use membership funds to maintain and expand our website, build our membership, purchase thank you gifts, and most importantly, bring new jewelry experiences to you.

To update your mailing list preferences, please follow the instructions located here.

Monthly Gemflix memberships have to be renewed every month, while the Gem X annual membership lasts 1 year from the date of purchase.

To cancel your membership you can go to: https://www.gemx.club/account/ and login which will take you straight to your account details.
From there you can click on: Subscriptions→View→Cancel

Most of our experiences, events and content are curated by our Core, who you can read about here. We are always on the lookout for new topics for our group. If you have an idea or are interested in collaborating, please contact us. 

We take turns curating jewelry experiences that will be of interest to our members. Typically, you will receive 2-3 invitations each month, ranging from online chats, to in-person talks, to excursions. Past events include private tours to workshops and lectures with The Met, the Frick Collection, the Cartier mansion, L’Ecole Van Cleef & Arpels, Sotheby’s, Christies, the Cooper Hewitt and the Museum of Art and Design. You can read more about past events here.  Gemflix replays are available here.

Our mission is to seek the jewelry x factor – the magic of jewelry found in social experiences, storytelling and sharing. We find and experience them in each other’s company. In addition to bringing members exclusive, jewelry-centric experiences, Gem X connects members with other inspiring jewelry enthusiasts, all with a vetted connection to the industry. These connections have sparked new jewelry opportunities for our members, like new business ideas, new professional collaborations and more.

Event size depends on the host and venue. Our events have ranged from intimate discussions to larger receptions and panels.

Gem X has physical chapters in New York City, London and Los Angeles.  There are plans underway for a chapter in Miami as well, and we have a global presence with members from some 30 different countries.

We charge a reservation fee for most Gem X events.  Fees go towards administrative costs as well as thank you gifts for our hosts. Our events fall in the range from $20 to $50 for cocktail/light bites events, $75-250 for meals and $100+ for excursions or travel. Specific details will be provided on every Gem X invitation.

Event fees are non-refundable.

For most events, our hosts define a headcount limit which we try to respect.  As such, RSVPs are taken on a first-come, first-serve basis.  If an event becomes over-subscribed, we start a wait list.  

Some events will have the option to purchase tickets for guests.  Others are exclusive to subscribed Gem X members only. Please refer to the instructions on the event invitation. 

We frequently limit the number of members who can attend and event to ensure an intimate experience for attendees. We carefully track attendance for each event and if one becomes over-subscribed, we start a wait list. We do our best to ensure that all members have equal access to events. If you are a member and this is a concern for you, please get in touch with us.

If you can no longer attend an event you RSVP for, we ask that you give us at least a day’s notice. We maintain wait lists and wish for all our members to have a fair chance to attend limited headcount events. If you do not show up to an event without giving us notice, we reserve the right to drop you from our membership list.

We are always welcoming of fellow jewelry enthusiasts to share in our journey. If you would like to introduce someone new to Gem X, please ask them to submit a member application and to include your name in the referral.

Yes!  2020 marked our first year of Gem X excursions, and we have planned trips to Tucson, Paris, Lisbon and Geneva. We host as least one excursion a year.  Excursion invitations will be sent with a large lead time to allow members to plan ahead. If you’re interested in learning more about our jewelry travels, please contact us. 

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Gem X Core Collection | Terms and Conditions

1. DEFINITIONS: “Gem X” refers to Gem X LLC, who has lent a given piece of jewelry to Customer. “Jewelry” refers to any piece of jewelry identified above that is being lent to Customer by Gem X on memo for a period not to exceed six weeks. “Loan Period” refers to the period of time which Gem X agrees to lend the Jewelry to Customer.

2. APPLICABILITY: These Terms and Conditions govern and apply to a one year membership in the Gem X Core Collection Program. Customer agrees that by accepting these Terms and Conditions, Gem X is authorized to charge Customer’s credit Card on file the full price of a one year membership. Customer further agrees that by accepting these Terms and Conditions, Customer’s membership in the Gem X Core Collection program will automatically renew one year from the expiration of the term of membership, and Customer’s credit card will be charged for each annual membership renewal. Customer acknowledges that should Customer seek to cancel Customer’s membership at any time during each one year membership term, Customer will not be entitled to any refund for any portion of the one year membership term prior to which the Customer cancelled membership. Customer agrees that Customer may only avoid an automatic membership renewal (and corresponding credit card charge) by canceling Customer’s membership in writing via email to members@gemx.club at least 24 hours prior to the expiration of the term of Customer’s one year Gem X Core Collection Program membership. Nothing herein shall be construed as implying any obligation on Gem X’s part to continue or cancel Customer’s membership at any time. Gem X reserves the right to cancel Customer’s membership in the Gem X Core Collection Program, and further reserves the right to decline to renew Customer’s membership in the Gem X Core Collection Program, for any reason including but not limited to a violation of any of these Terms and Conditions.

3. AUTHORITY TO SIGN: Any individual signing below, via Docusign or by clicking a check-box acknowledging acceptance of these Terms and Conditions, represents and warrants that he or she is of legal age and has the authority and powder to sign below or check the box accepting these Terms and Conditions, either on his or her own behalf or on behalf of the Customer.

4. CORE COLLECTION AGREEMENT: Customer agrees that by signing below, via Docusign or by clicking a check-box acknowledging acceptance of these Terms and Conditions, Customer shall be part of the Gem X Core Collection program, in which Gem X shall, in Gem X’s sole discretion, lend Customer on memo one or more pieces of Jewelry to be selected by Gem X for a period not to exceed six (6) weeks. At the end of the Loan Period, Customer agrees that it shall ship the Jewelry back to Gem X via the pre-printed Federal Express label to be e-mailed to Customer by Gem X.

5. INSPECTION: Customer acknowledges that Customer has inspected the Jewelry upon taking possession thereof, finds it in good and undamaged condition, with no damaged or missing stones or components, and finds it suitable for Customer’s needs. To the extent that Customer finds the Jewelry to have any damage, or damaged or missing stones or components whatsoever upon receipt of the Jewelry, Customer shall promptly notify Gem X of any damage to the Jewelry, or damaged or missing stones or components, within one (1) business day of receipt. Notice shall be provided to Customer via email, and shall include photographs of any damage to the Jewelry, and/or damaged or missing stones or components. Customer further acknowledges and agrees that should Customer fail to notify Gem X of any damage to the Jewelry, or damaged or missing stones or components, within one (1) business day of receipt of the Jewelry: (a) Customer waives any claim that the Jewelry arrived with any damage whatsoever; (b) Customer will be responsible for reimbursing Gem X for any damage to the Jewelry, or damaged or missing stones or components, as further described in paragraph 5.

6. RETURN OF JEWELRY/CUSTOMER RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY DAMAGE: At the expiration of the Loan Period, Customer shall return the Jewelry as specified in paragraph 3. Upon receipt of the Jewelry by Gem X, Gem X shall inspect the Jewelry for any damage to the Jewelry and damaged or missing stones or components. Should Gem X determine, in its sole discretion, that there is any damage to the Jewelry, or that there are any damaged or missing stones or components, or that the Jewelry has been tampered with in any way such that it is not in the condition that it was in at the commencement of the Loan Period, Gem X shall notify Customer in writing within ten (10) business days of receipt of the Jewelry. Gem X shall make any repairs and/or replace any damaged or missing stones at its sole discretion, and shall invoice Customer in writing for the full cost of said repairs within ten (10) business days of such repairs being made. Customer hereby agrees and consents that Gem X may charge Customer’s credit card on file within two (2) days of Gem X sending the above Invoice without further notice to Customer. Customer further agrees and acknowledges that, should Customer fail to return the Jewelry within five (5) business days of the expiration of the Loan Period, Gem X may invoice Customer for the full replacement cost of the Jewelry, and may charge Customer’s credit card of file within two (2) days of Gem X sending the above Invoice without further notice to Customer.

7. TITLE/NO PURCHASE OPTION/NO LIENS: These Terms and Conditions do not constitute a contract of sale, and title to the Jewelry shall at all times remain with Gem X. Gem X may offer Customer the option to purchase the Jewelry in Gem X’s sole discretion, but any such purchase of the Jewelry by Customer shall be the subject of a further contract or agreement. Customer shall keep the Jewelry free and clear of all liens and encumbrances, and under no circumstances shall Customer use the Jewelry as collateral or security for any type of loan whatsoever. Customer shall not lease, assign, loan, or rent the Jewelry to any individual or entity.

8. ENTIRE AGREEMENT/ONLY AGREEMENT: These Terms and Conditions shall constitute the entire agreement between Gem X and Customer, and shall supersede all prior agreements, understandings and negotiations between Gem X and Customer with respect to the subject matter hereof. Any modifications to these Terms and Conditions must be made in writing and signed by Gem X and Customer.

9. NON-WAIVER: Any failure of Gem X to insist on strict performance by Customer or any of these Terms and Conditions shall not be construed as a waiver of Gem X’s right to demand strict compliance.

10. HEADINGS FOR CONVENIENCE ONLY: Headings of any paragraph or provision in these Terms and Conditions are for convenience and organization only. Headings shall not affect the meaning of any provisions of these Terms and Conditions.

11. NO CONSTRUCTION AGAINST DRAFTER: Customer acknowledges that he or she has read these Terms and Conditions, and has agreed to all of the terms hereunder. Customer further agrees that any ambiguity in any of these Terms and Conditions shall not be construed against Gem X on the basis that Gem X authored the same.

12. SEVERABILITY: If any part or sub-part of these Terms and Conditions is deemed or held invalid or unenforceable by a court of law or competent arbitrator, the remaining Terms and Conditions will be enforced to the maximum extent possible. In such circumstances, the remainder of these Terms and Conditions shall continue in full force.

13. JURISDICTION/COSTS: Gem X and Customer agree that New York law shall govern any matter or dispute relating to or arising out of this Agreement, as well as any dispute of any kind that may arise between Gem X and Customer. In the event litigation is initiated, Gem X and Customer agree to submit to the personal jurisdiction of the state and federal courts of the following county: New York, New York. Gem X and Customer agree that this choice of law, venue, and jurisdiction provision is not permissive, but rather mandatory in nature. Customer agrees to pay all reasonable costs of collection, court, attorney’s fees, and other expenses incurred by Gem X in the collection of any charges due under these Terms and Conditions or in connection with the enforcement of these Terms and Conditions.

14. ELECTRONIC SIGNATURES/CHECK BOXES: Customer agrees that execution and/or acceptance of these Terms and Conditions via Docusign, by clicking a check-box below, or via other electronic means, has the same force and effect as signing in ink.

15. CRIMINAL WARNING: Failure to return the Jewelry at the end of the Loan Period may be considered theft subject to criminal prosecution pursuant to the applicable penal or penal code provisions.

 

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