What are Gemstone Certifications?
Gemstone certification is the process of evaluating a gemstone by an independent gemological laboratory to verify its authenticity and quality. Through gem certifications, buyers receive trusted proof that a gemstone has been professionally examined and accurately identified. After detailed testing using professional equipment, the laboratory issues a certificate that confirms the gemstone's identity and records its important characteristics.
A gemstone certificate provides valuable information such as the gemstone's name, carat weight, shape, dimensions, color, transparency, treatment status, and, in some cases, its origin. These details help buyers understand exactly what they are purchasing and ensure that the gemstone matches its described specifications.
Certification also plays an important role in determining a gemstone's value. Factors such as natural formation, treatments, quality, and rarity can influence its price. A certified gemstone offers greater transparency, giving both buyers and sellers confidence in its authenticity and fair market value.
Most recognized gemological laboratories assign a unique report number or QR code to their gemstone lab certificates, allowing customers to verify the report through the laboratory's official website. This additional layer of verification helps ensure that the certificate is genuine and issued by a trusted testing authority.
Yellow Sapphire
(Pukhraj)
Blue
Sapphire
(Neelam)
Pitambari
Red Coral
(Moonga)
Pearl (Moti)
Opal (Doodhiya
Patthar)
Hessonite
(Gomed)
Cats Eye
(Lehsuniya)
Garnet
Peridot
Amethyst
Zircon
Turquoise
White Coral
(Safed
Moonga)