Diamond Grading Reports

Whilst the acquisition of diamond engagement rings and other pieces of diamond jewelry is an important expression of love or accomplishment, it also represents a major investment in time, energy and money. You need and deserve to feel confident in the integrity of what you've acquired. After all, whilst two gems may LOOK identical to the untrained eye, they may be quite different in quality.....and worlds apart in value.

The only way to ensure the quality of your diamond is to purchase a diamond supplied with an independent diamond grading report. At www.dejoria.com, we work with GIA, AGS, IGI and EGL USA as these are some of the most repected and trusted diamond laboratories in the world.

GIA - GEMOLOGICAL INSTITUTE OF AMERICA - www.gia.edu

The GIA is known for having the most strict, consistent and unbiased systems for grading diamonds. Diamonds that are supplied with these diamond grading reports are the most highly valued in the industry, as their quality is considered guaranteed. Indeed, it was the GIA who, over 70 years ago, founded the international diamond grading system which is today used across the world. The GIA provide 2 types of report;

GIA Diamond Dossier - This is a compact grading report issued for diamonds weighing less than one carat. The most advanced technology available is used to assess the authenticity and quality of your diamond. The dossier includes the GIA's authoritative analysis of your diamond's 4Cs - Cut, Carat, Color and Clarity. Plus, as an added benefit, the diamond bears the microscopic laser inscription of the dossier's identification number, connecting the diamond with your report.

GIA Diamond Grading Report - This is considered by fine jewelers and international auction houses as being the world's premier gemological credential. The report is issued for diamonds of one carat upwards, of all shapes, and provides the most comprehensive analysis of a diamond's quality. As well as outlining your diamond's 4Cs, it also provides a diagram of your diamond's clarity characteristics. The report number is not necessarily laser inscribed into the girdle of the diamond, but this is something we are able to do for you if you so wish.

On January 1 2006, GIA announced the introduction of its Diamond Cut Grading System for round brilliant cut diamonds. This system assesses the overall appearance of diamonds by using computer modelling along with other algorithms to predict levels of brightness, fire and scintillation. The result is a cut grade assigned to round brilliant cut diamonds, which is illustrated on the diamond grading report, on all diamonds since this inception date.

AGS - AMERICAN GEM SOCIETY - www.agslab.com

The AGS has been issuing diamond grading reports since 1996 and is one of the world's premier reports. With an AGS diamond grading document, you are assured that the grade of the diamond is equal to its quality. As the consumer, you are empowered with detailed information about your diamond, and you can rest assured that the report is one of the industry's most thorough and consistent.









IGI - INTERNATIONAL GEMOLOGICAL INSTITUTE - www.igiworldwide.com

Founded in 1975, the IGI is one of the world's foremost diamond laboratories. Each diamond is scientifically analysed by several gemologists who, using the latest state-of-the-art grading equipment, provide an accurate description of the characteristcs of the diamond and quality of its cut. The IGI issues approximately 1 million diamond grading reports each year.



EGL USA - EUROPEAN GEMOLOGICAL LABORATORY - www.eglusa.com

EGL USA is one of the largest and oldest independent gemological institutions focusing on gemstone certification and research. Originally part of an international network founded in Europe in 1974, EGL USA became independently owned in 1986 and today has laboratories in New York city, Los Angeles, Vancouver and Toronto.