What is a
Certificate?
A certificate is a "blueprint" of a loose diamond. Also called
the diamond grading report or diamond dossier, it tells you the diamond's exact
measurements and weight, as well as the details of its cut and quality. It
precisely points out all the individual characteristics of the stone.
Certificates also serve as proof of the diamond's identity and value.
A certificate is not the same thing as an appraisal. A certificate describes the
quality of a diamond, but it does not place a monetary value on the gem. All
Mondera Loose Diamonds featured in our Diamond Store are graded by the GIA or
AGS laboratory.
There are many diamond labs that issue certificates, but the
Gemological Institute of America (GIA) and the
American Gem Society (AGS) are the two most widely regarded and
recognized diamond grading labs in the world. All Mondera Loose Diamonds
featured in our Diamond Store are graded by the GIA or AGS laboratory
There are many diamond grading labs in operation, many of which produce their
own grading reports. Different labs have different grading standards, and some
labs will be more lenient with their standards than others.
Shopping for graded loose diamonds allows you to make an
informed choice about your selections, and to comparison shop. You can compare
one diamond with a particular weight and quality with other loose diamonds
of similar weight and quality to determine which has the better value.
Every loose diamond sold on Mondera is accompanied by a lab
report from GIA or AGSL, as these labs have consistently demonstrated their
commitment to standards that are high as Mondera's. You can now View the lab
reports of many loose diamonds offered at Mondera. If any certificate is not
available online, please call our Client Consultants at 1-800-Mondera.
