GIA CERTIFICATION: WHAT IS IT AND WHY IS IT IMPORTANT
August 31, 2021
According to expert jewellers, when it comes to purchasing diamonds, there’s a common misconception that says you should just buy the stone that tickles your fancy. Truth be told, there’s nothing wrong with this; after all, why shouldn’t you buy a diamond that you like? But believe it or not, there are other steps that you need to do before finalizing your purchase for diamonds or diamond rings in Singapore, such as checking if the stone is GIA certified.
In this post, the jewellery pros of Vella Diamonds discuss what exactly is GIA certification and why it’s so important for diamond purchases.
What is the GIA Certification?
The GIA certification is a process that some diamonds undergo to properly determine its quality. Conducted by the Gemological Institute of America (GIA), when one takes a diamond to be certified by the GIA, they tend to take four factors into consideration and grade it by those factors: its cut, clarity, carat weight, and color. Apart from that, to properly grade the diamonds, they also look at other aspects of the diamond’s makeup such as how evenly the weight is distributed, its shape, symmetry, and how well it is polished. The clearer your diamond is, the higher the grade it’ll gain during its certification. This means that your diamonds will be of high quality.
However, while the term “GIA certified” is often used to refer to diamonds and diamond rings, the GIA actually evaluates and certifies gemstones of all types. Therefore, you can also have them grade jewellery with emeralds, rubies, or sapphires and get a grade report from the GIA for your non-diamond gemstones as well.
Why is GIA Certification Important?
For some, a GIA certification doesn’t seem important. However, when you’re purchasing diamonds in Singapore or any other part of the world, it’s still a good move to purchase a ring that’s been certified by the GIA. And there are a couple of reasons for this: first of all, the GIA is the world’s first and foremost authority when it comes to third-party diamond certification, meaning that thanks to this gold standard, any diamond that undergoes the processes set by the GIA is guaranteed to be one of quality.
Of course, quality isn’t the only reason why a GIA certification is important. There are other reasons why it’s important as well. For instance, if you happen to lose your diamonds, you can easily find them and get them back thanks to the identifier that the GIA leaves when they grade your diamond. To do this, they’ll laser inscribe the diamonds you have them look at to ensure that the report number perfectly matches the exact graded diamond, allowing you to trace it if it goes missing.
Apart from quality and tracking, a certification from the GIA can also prove to buyers that the diamond they’re purchasing is natural. Remember; gem labs like the GIA usually have access to testing equipment that jewelers and appraisers usually don’t have. This in turn allows them to prove that the stone you’re purchasing is natural and not lab made.
Finally, a diamond certification from the GIA also allows you to level the playing field if you intend to buy and sell diamonds. This is because with a diamond certification, you can see the small differences in diamond grading as well as proving its credibility at the same time, allowing you to make hundreds or thousands of dollars in difference when you sell the diamond in the process.
Make your search for GIA-certified diamond rings easier by turning to Vella Diamonds, the leading jewellers to turn to when it comes to bespoke jewellery. With years of experience under our belts, we are one of the best jewellery stores in Singapore to turn to if you’re in need of aid in your search for engagement or wedding rings. We won’t let you down! You may also visit our website to learn more about diamonds or see our extensive selection of engagement and wedding rings!