GIA DIAMOND GRADING REPORT

The Gemological Institute of America (GIA) is the benchmark within the industry, having created the diamond grading system the world uses today. The information provided on a GIA Diamond Grading Report includes:

• Diamond shape and cut style
• Measurement of dimensions
• Carat Weight of the diamond to nearest hundredth of a carat (second decimal)
• Color Grade is evaluated for the relative absence of color, D being the highest
• Clarity Grade graded from Flawless to I3
• Cut Grade evaluated based on your diamond’s appearance face-up
• Finish which is the surface of your diamond and the placement of facets
• Polish tells you how smooth the surface of your diamond is
• Symmetry includes facet placement, how well they align in relationship to one another, proportion measurements and trueness of outline shape
• Fluorescence – The strength and color your diamond emits when exposed to Ultraviolet light
• Comments – Mention anything not found anywhere else of the report
• Clarity Plot – A diagram showing the type, position and relative size of inclusions that set the grade of your diamond
• Proportion Diagram –Shows dimensions of your diamond. Measurements include depth, table size, range of girdle thickness and culet appearance.