Diamond Certificate
Diamond carat value based on carat weight is just one small part of valuing
a diamond. Getting a diamond certificate from an organization that is independent of the jeweler is just a good
buying decision. These organizations have nothing to gain and will provide unbiased and important information. Two
respected sources for these certificates are (AGS) American Gemological Society and (GIA) Gemological Institute of
America.
These organizations grade diamonds on many variables including the four
C's (Cut-Color-Clarity-Carat weight). Diamonds, being a natural substance contain many elements. Each diamond
is unique, and has it's own specific factors to consider. This is what makes grading challenging and gives
certification such value.
Pay what your diamond is actually worth
Diamond value is determined by a grading system that takes into account many factors including
the 4 C's. Diamond certificates or grading reports from respected independent organizations will assure that you
are getting a stone at it's true value, so you are not paying more than it is actually worth.
Protecting Your Investment
Diamonds, while not the same kind of investment as stocks and bonds, are nevertheless an
investment. Securing a certificate assigns proper value to this investment that you would not have without it.
Having documentation will make your diamond easier to sell if you should decide to do so in the future.
Another factor to consider is loss. If you have a diamond certificate, and experience loss you
are better prepared to deal with the insurance company and recover your investment.
Increased Security during Cleanings and Repairs
Often people are hesitant to take their jewelry into the jeweler's when they require repair
services or cleaning. They may feel unsure that they will know for sure that the diamond that is returned to them
is the same one they took in. Diamonds do need to visit the jeweler periodically for cleaning, and to assure that
the setting is secure.
Though it is very rare that a jeweler will intentionally switch diamonds, it could happen.
Having a diamond certificate can add a large degree of comfort at such
times. They are much like fingerprints stored in a database, and contain enough information on the diamond to match
the diamond with the certificate and the owner.
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