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Certified Diamonds are diamonds that have been graded by a reputable gem laboratory. They are graded based on their “4 C” attributes. These attributes include cut, color, clarity, and carat weight. In order to ensure that you are getting a high-quality stone, it’s always recommended to purchase certified diamonds. Certified diamonds all have a diamond certificate, a document that describes in detail all of the most important features of the stone. A certified diamond will always have a third-party verification of their quality. This verification comes from trained gemologists who know the ins and outs of a diamond and are trained to assign it accurate grades.
Diamonds are certified by grading labs. These organizations must be engaged in scientific research. Diamond vendors (or individuals) then pay these labs to provide diamond certificates. Here are some of the most well-known and reputable labs:
Every single one of these labs will grade the diamond’s cut, clarity, color, and carat weight.
Diamond certificates and diamond appraisals are two terms that are commonly confused with each other. Even though some retailers might try to use a diamond appraisal instead of a diamond certificate, it’s not the same thing and there’s a huge difference between the two. A diamond appraisal is a document that simply puts a monetary value on a diamond, or on an entire piece of jewelry. It’s most often used to figure out how much is a good amount to pay for the stone’s insurance.
On the other hand, a diamond certificate doesn’t value the stone in terms of how much it’s worth. The purpose of this report is to document all of the key qualities and characteristics of the diamond. The certificate doesn’t give an opinion on how much the diamond should cost, it simply grades the diamond based on its color, clarity, cut, and carat weight.
The G.I.A. (Gemological Institute of America) is the world’s greatest authority on diamonds, gemstones, and even pearls. They are a nonprofit institute. The GIA has the highest standards for diamonds and education, and they are arguably the leading source of knowledge for all gems and jewelry. When you choose to get a diamond certificate from them, they have four different diamond grading reports that you can pick from. These include:
I.G.I. (International Gemological Institute) is the world’s largest independent gemstone grading organization. They assess diamonds, colored stones, and pearls too. They are the largest organization of its kind, holding authority on 18 laboratory locations around the world. Other than grading, they also have 14 schools of gemology to empower professionals through diverse scholastic programs. When you choose to get a diamond certificate from them, they have four different diamond grading reports that you can pick from. These include:
At With Clarity we offer IGI certificates only for our lab grown diamonds.
When you purchase a certified diamond, you know that they have been verified for their quality. You will actually be purchasing a diamond based on its characteristics and attributes, instead of just trusting the sales pitch of the retailer with no actual proof. Diamond certificates provide an accurate representation to the consumer of what the diamond will look like in real life. Here are some additional benefits of certified diamonds:
Overall, diamond certification is a very important factor to consider when purchasing a diamond. If you buy a non-certified diamond, you have to trust what the seller is pitching, which can be biased and not the truth. However, if the diamond is certified by a reputable grading lab such as the G.I.A., you know the quality and characteristics of the diamond right away. It helps you make an informed and logical decision when choosing and buying a natural diamond. Comparing several GIA diamonds will also allow you to compare different diamonds based on the same characteristics. Overall, buying a certified diamond will give you peace of mind and satisfaction in your purchasing decision. Shop our collection of loose diamonds or pair a certified diamond with an engagement ring.