Test it for yourself

http://www.gia.edu/reportcheck/

Enter the details of the GIA report using the diamond grading report above -

Report Number - 14090832

Carat Weight - 0.55

Did you see how GIA mentions the ‘Additional Inscription: H&A’ on their own web site?

So why would GIA not use the same terminology on their Grading Reports?

The next questions that should be asked are -

Who laser inscribed the H&A on these diamonds and why?

Whatever the answers, it does not detract from the fact that this H&A laser inscription is an Additional Inscription which does not confirm that the diamond is indeed a H&A or Hearts & Arrows diamond.

These GIA H&A diamonds may be excellent cut diamonds but this does not mean the diamond meets the strict symmetrical criteria of a hearts and arrows diamond which is usually very rare.

If any vendor is selling you a diamond with the additional H&A inscription noted on the GIA grading report please have your diamond re examined to ensure the diamond meets excellent symmetry requirements and perhaps may be also a true H&A or Hearts & Arrows diamond.

A genuine Hearts & Arrows Ideal Excellent hand precision cut and polished round brilliant diamond epitomises the art of diamond cutting perfection.

The reason these diamonds cost more is usually because of the extra time taken to attain sheer perfection.

Daniel F Katz GG & Kirsten Katz.

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” Dear Daniel,

I know that many manufacturers and/or wholesalers asking GIA to inscribe “H&A” on the girdle when the stone is actually without the Hearts & Arrows effect!!! I personally saw stones like these going around here in Israel…..

You have my support!

Regards,

Eitan Mor

Mor Brothers Diamond Ltd.”

15/02/07

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The picture above is a photograph of a fake GIA laser inscription on a diamond that was sent in from a jeweller in Melbourne.

When buying a diamond from a Melbourne vendor, the client accidently stumbled upon this latest ruse when he was seeking verification of a GIA graded diamond by DCLA.

The GIA laser inscription number was not registered with the GIA even though it had been laser inscribed with a fake GIA logo and grading report number.

The false laser inscription can be identified by the GIA logo which is a copy , the number of digits which is short one, the font which is incorrect and the fact that the laser inscription has penetrated the diamond causing damage. This also suggests that the diamond inscribed using a hot laser not not a cold laser such as PhotoScribe.

Penetration would normally downgrade the clarity grading of a certified diamond and if the diamond has been inscribed after certification the clarity grading would therefore be incorrect because of the damage and penetration caused to the diamond.

Any diamond that has been laser inscribed after certification with an insrciption by a hot laser that has damaged or altered the diamond would cause any genuine certificate or grading report to become void.

This diamond as pictured above was HOT laser inscribed in Melbourne.

Just because a diamond vendor boasts about over 100,000 diamonds listed that THEY DON’T HAVE IN STOCK or have never seen below wholesale or retail prices (whatever that means) should be warning enough.

As an added precaution check the credentials of the diamond dealer, ensure that you verify the diamond certificate or grading report and check to make sure that the inscription has not damaged the diamond making sure that the inscription details are included on the certificate.

Buyers in Melbourne Beware.

Hooooroooo from de Guru

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Diamond Imports

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Diamond Imports believes in FAIR TRADING.


When comparing or purchasing diamonds we only recommend diamonds that have been certified by DCLA, GIA, HRD, AGS or G Cal. When the diamond has a certificate or grading report other than these you should ask for the diamond to be re certified.

If the diamond has been certified by DCLA, GIA, HRD, AGS or G CAL then you are ready to make a decision based on honest ethics.

Anyone selling you a diamond without one of the five labs mentioned is taking a risk.

Our preference is DCLA because they are triple A.

1) Accurate

2) Accredited

3) Australian

It is interesting to compare diamond lab certificates.
DCLA always has the most vital specifications recorded and is the easiest to understand.

If someone is selling you a diamond in a ring please ensure they are prepared to certify and cold laser inscribe the diamond for free.

Ensure the COLD laser inscription matches the number on the grading report/ certificate.

When viewing the diamond through a 10x eye glass/ loupe request the sales person to explain the differences between an excellent cut diamonds, very good cut diamonds, good and fair/medium cut diamonds.

My advice also is for you to subtley question the credentials of the sales person and ask how long they have been in the business and where they acquired their diamond trading expertise from.

If your are undecided request a copy of the certificate with the price confirmed in writing including GST before leaving.

NEVER buy a diamond sold to you on a price spread sheet alone.

You should be able to view and compare diamonds before buying, this way you will be able to make an informed decision and acquire a high quality diamond with complete confidence.

Good Hunting,

Daniel F Katz GG

Diamond Imports

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