European Gemological Laboratory (EGL) was founded in 1974 by Guy Margel in Belgium. Subsequently, a number of laboratories were opened around the world including in the US in the 1970s and South Africa in 1980, and later Europe, the far East and Israel. In all operations, Margel has devoted himself to increasing professionalism in the field by providing reliable, trustworthy certification for consumers and industry specialists alike.
European Gemological Laboratory (EGL) was founded in 1974 by Guy Margel in Belgium. Subsequently, a number of laboratories were opened around the world including in the US in the 1970s and South Africa in 1980, and later Europe, the far East and Israel. In all operations, Margel has devoted himself to increasing professionalism in the field by providing reliable, trustworthy certification for consumers and industry specialists alike.
