Our Certifications
Our Certifications
The Importance of Certification
The value of a precious stone is determined by its
gemological makeup, natural rarity and finished quality. Diamonds and gemstones
of similar appearance can have important differences in value. Even experts
need powerful analytic tools to detect synthetics, treatments and enhancement
processes. A Certificate clearly discloses the details of any item it
accompanies, providing confidence for both buyer and seller.
Gemstones should only change hands when accompanied by a
certificate attesting to quality. Regardless of location or marketplace, an
authentic Laboratory Report is the common language of trust and confidence in
the gemological world and should be considered an essential part of any
transaction. We take this responsibility very seriously.
Our Jewellery Certification Partners
BIS hallmark
The BIS hallmark is a system that provides certification of
gold as well as silver jewellery that indicates the purity of the metal. This
certification authenticates that a piece of gold jewellery purchased conforms
to the standards as laid by the Bureau of Indian Standards which is the
national standards organization in India.
This hallmarking of gold jewellery was established in April
2000. The hallmark itself consists of a BIS logo, a 3 digit number that
indicates the gold purity, the logo of the assaying centre along with the logo
or the code of the jeweller and the code that indicates the hallmarking date.
The BIS hallmarking has a high reputation among the
jewellery trading industry in India and is widely accepted by consumers.
Visit their website for more details: www.bis.org.in
International Gemological Institute (IGI)
It is the result of continuous research, support and synergy
with professionals and consumers alike. Around the world, IGI certificates
bring confidence when buying or selling diamonds, gemstones and jewellery.
Total commitment to understanding consumer concerns has
motivated IGI to develop comprehensive analysis and clear documentation for
consumers. This empowers jewellery buyers to focus on finding precisely what
they want, with full assurance in the integrity and quality of the IGI
certification.
IGI is the largest organization of its kind, with offices in
Antwerp, New York, Hong Kong, Mumbai, Bangkok, Tokyo, Dubai, Tel Aviv,
Cavalese, Toronto, Los Angeles, Kolkata, New Delhi, Thrissur, Surat, Chennai
and Shanghai. The IGI School of Gemology operates from Antwerp, Mumbai, Dubai
and Cavalese, offering a variety of courses designed for professionals and
consumer enthusiasts alike.
A certificate from IGI represents the all-important 5th C
that no one should be without Confidence. As the world's largest independent
gem certification and appraisal institute for diamonds, coloured gemstones and
jewellery, IGI is a standard of excellence for industry professionals and
consumers around the globe.
Visit their website for more details: www.igiworldwide.com