The Certification of Diamonds
Diamonds can be certified and/or appraised. It is important to note
that appraisals are not always as precise and thorough as a certified
diamond report prepared by a reputable certified and accredited
gemological laboratory. An appraisal is dependent upon the knowledge and
skill of the appraiser.
In order to become a diamond or jewelry appraiser, it is not required
that the person undergo any legal education or training in the field. In
fact, it is not uncommon for a salesperson to appraise a diamond. To
protect the appraiser from legal action, the appraiser contains
disclaimers. And, as you might imagine, these disclaimers are often
contained in fine print which is often overlooked by the diamond
purchaser. The disclaimers may even include that the appraisal is merely
an opinion of the appraiser. Keep in mind that the appraiser must also
have the training needed. Therefore, it may be to your benefit to obtain
a report prepared by a reputable gemological laboratory.
There are four main organizations who provide reputable certification of
diamonds. You sure refer to these organizations when seeking a report to
provide certification for your diamonds. The four organizations are the
Gemological Institute of America (G.I.A.); American Gem Society (A.G.S.);
European Gemological Laboratory (E.G.L.) and the International
Gemological
Institute (I.G.I.).
Diamond certification provides written proof of its quality and serves
as a foundation for comparing diamonds and evaluating the value of
diamonds that are comparable. The certification of a diamond also allows
you to purchase a diamond with the attributes you desire at a fair
market price. Remember many diamonds look alike but they are not all of
the same quality.
If you have a certification of a diamond you are considering purchasing,
you will be able to know whether you are getting a quality diamond as
well as a quality diamond at the lowest possible price. Your diamond
certification report will depict a detailed description and account of
the diamond. It will also provide you with proof that the quality of the
diamond is the quality you are paying for.
Many people make the mistake of purchasing an uncertified diamond
because they believe they are getting "a good deal." However, it may
cost them in the long run if their diamond turns out to be erroneously
graded. If an evaluation is later done by a certified gemologist, the
diamond may come up with multiple inaccuracies. Keep in mind too that
there could be a difference in
grading and value between certified gemological laboratories. Just
because a gemological laboratory is certified does not mean that they
will grade all diamonds the same. However, it is extremely unusual that
there would be a difference of more than one grade between the
laboratories.
A specialized gemologist must be highly skilled and trained to assess
the color and clarity of a diamond. In order to properly grade a
diamond's color and clarity, the gemologist relies on his judgment,
which could, in fact, be somewhat biased. His judgment may create all
sorts of inconsistencies in grading the diamonds. In fact, it could be
difference of one or two grades.
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