Does GIA certification mean anything?

GIA diamond is a term you’ll find when engagement ring shopping – short for a diamond graded by GIA, the creator of the 4Cs and the independent, diamond authority. It is an independent, nonprofit organization that conducts gem research, educates gem professionals and sets the standards for determining diamond quality.

Is Blue Nile GIA?

All Blue Nile diamonds include a GIA Diamond Grading Report Since 1931, this non-profit laboratory has ranked among the most respected in the diamond industry, setting the standards for impartial quality review and education.

Can I get my diamond certified UK?

Independent SKD Certificate In the case of our diamond earrings the total diamond weight for the pair needs to be 0.5 carat or above (i.e. 0.25 carat per stud) to receive an SKD certificate. The SKD report is an in-depth report on the specific diamond that you have purchased.

Do all GIA diamonds have inscription?

Many GIA graded diamonds have a unique serial number laser inscribed on the girdle which enables you to match the diamond to its certification. If you look carefully, you can see the inscription on the girdle of the diamond below. All Taylor & Hart center diamonds are GIA-graded and come with a GIA certificate.

What should I look for in GIA certificate?

The full GIA Colored Diamond Grading Certificate includes the following data:

• The issue date of the report.
• The unique report number.
• The shape and cut of the stone.
• The dimensions and carat weight of the diamond.
• The origin of the diamond’s hue (distinction between natural and treated coloring)

Can people fake GIA certificate?

Every GIA certificate has a Report number associated with it. While people can fake certificates, they can’t fake the actual database’s information. Simply go to GIA Report Check and input the Report Number from the certificate to check for it’s authenticity.

How do you know a GIA certificate is real?

Do all GIA diamonds have a laser inscription?

GIA only grades unmounted diamonds, and the fee for services varies based on the weight of the diamond. For an additional fee, the unique GIA Report Registry number can be micro-laser inscribed onto the diamond’s girdle (thin outer edge). This unique number provides added security to the diamond’s owner.

How do I send my diamond to GIA?

You can send your diamond to GIA for grading and analysis. Many consumers send the diamond through a retailer for packaging, shipping and insuring the item. A jeweler will have to remove your diamond from its setting, since GIA Diamond Grading Reports are only issued for unmounted stones.

How do I know if my diamond is GIA?

The GIA report number appears microscopically engraved on the outer edge (girdle) of the diamond. This gives buyers a unique way of linking their GIA report to the physical diamond. Enter this number into GIA’s website and hey-presto — you have an electronic copy of your diamond grading report.