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Research and compliance are at the heart of everything Labgems does. The Labgems team ensures we are up to date on the latest gemstone grading reports and technology. We are also committed to driving innovation in the analytics approach to gemstone appraisals and instrument development. We will continue to strive to remain at the forefront of the industry to ensure the protection of consumers across the globe.
Leading Industry Standards
Labgems adhered to the two leading industry standards: GIA and GemGuide.
GIA
The Gemological Institute of America (GIA) is a non-profit institution based in Carlsbad, California and is considered the most prestigious professional gemology school in the world.
GIA & LABGEMS
The GIA is dedicated to research and education in the field of gemology. Founded in 1931, GIA’s mission is to protect both buyers and sellers of gemstones by setting and maintaining the high standards used to evaluate gem quality. They do this through research, identification, grading services, and various educational programs that extend beyond the confines of their campus. They are an unmatched resource of gem and jewelry information for the trade, the public, and the media.
In 1953, the GIA developed its International Diamond Grading System and the “four Cs” (cut, clarity, color and carat weight) as standard to compare and evaluate the quality of diamonds and gemstones.
Since their founding, they have been on the cutting edge of gemological research and continue to innovate, learn, and teach advanced new methods. As technology marches on, new gemstone sources and types, as well as treatment processes and artificial gemstone creation, appear. This means that the public relies on the GIA, its graduates, and alumni to continue to lead in identification and quality assurance. By staying on top of the most recent breakthroughs in the industry, they continue to offer deeper insight to aficionados all around the globe.
The professional evaluators at Labgems have all earned their diplomas from GIA. The diploma program includes the profound scientific and technical aspects of identifying, grading, and evaluating diamonds and colored gemstones, offering all the core knowledge needed to succeed in the jewelry industry. Alumni are recognized worldwide, and their diplomas are marks of expertise.
GIA Graduate Gemologists are certified in:
The four C’s (cut, clarity, color and carat weight), and can judge diamonds and gemstones according to these aspects
In-depth knowledge of diamond and gemstone grading system
Utilizing gemological equipment efficiently and effectively
Identification of imitation diamonds and gemstones that have been synthetically treated
Effective identification of more than 60 types of gemstones, as well as their treatments and characteristics
Recognition of various gem and market factors that affect gem value
In-depth knowledge of the processes of the mining, fashioning, and transportation of gems
OUR TEAM
GIA GG Certification
Labgems evaluators each have GIA GG certification and are highly educated professionals with extensive knowledge of the jewelry industry. In addition to excellent educational backgrounds, they have vast work experience, enabling them to provide the most comprehensive examinations.
GemGuide
GemGuide is the industry standard for gemstone pricing and market information.
GemGuide & LabGems
For over 40 years, GemGuide has provided a reliable benchmark for researching wholesale gemstone prices and trends. They deliver reliable measurements for independent, market-driven, accurate wholesale pricing and publish bimonthly, including additional online pricing updates when market volatility creates unexpected changes.
GemGuide dates back to 1982 when Richard Drucker introduced a colored gemstone pricing guide to the industry. Wholesale diamond prices were added to the publication in 1985, making it the most comprehensive pricing guide available.
The publication is recognized as the industry leader for gem pricing and market information. It continues to be used for valuation and information in more than 40 countries, even acting as a reference in legal matters requiring a valuation. Gemworld, the company that publishes GemGuide, has had multiple staff members serve as expert witnesses and consultants in legal pricing cases.
Gemworld has developed many educational courses and workshop, which are taught in several countries worldwide. They have also hosted five gemological conferences that have drawn speakers and attendees from all over the world.
Labgems uses the GemGuide pricing and market information for their valuations, with only the finest of industry standards.
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