Diamond Grading the GIA Way
There are different laboratories around the world that grade diamonds. Gemological Institute of America (GIA) provides the benchmark in diamond grading and outlines the key factors in the 4C’s for all labs around the world. It is important to know these are not the only attributes of a diamond that contribute to its beauty and price, but this is a good place to start educating yourself.
The grading standards for natural, Earth-mined diamonds are the same as for Lab-Grown diamonds.
Use these interactive tools to help you learn and see the basic 4Cs of diamond grading. See the side-by-side comparisons of the GIA grading scale and educate yourself on these key grading elements.
Not All Grading is Equal
GIA is the industry leader and you can trust it through its laser inscriptions, reports, and the diamond’s unique attributes. For this reason, you can always guarantee that you have accountability for your diamond. In some cases, even the diamond mining origins can be verified and authenticated through a GIA report. It is best to remember that GIA is the benchmark and gold standard in reporting. Not all lab reports are equal. Consider this first when making your own wedding rings.
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