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Diamond Certification : Important When Buying A Diamond?
Author : Callum Leslie Walters
Submitted : 2011-11-30 07:08:51 Word Count : 870 Popularity: 0
Tags: women, jewelry, shopping
Those who have spent any amount of time hunting down diamonds are probably familiar with the four C's. The color, cut, clarity, and carat of a diamond are evaluated in order to place a certain amount of prestige upon it as well as a price. Within the industry, some will refer to a fifth C, and this regards a certificate. Certification is provided by a third party who is not affiliated with either the buyer or seller. Some people are unaware of what a certificate is, and some who do are not convinced of their necessity when determining the worth of a diamond.
As previously mentioned, a diamond certificate is issued by a third party. This party studies the attributes of the four C's and a value is given to the diamond. The point of this certification is to fairly assess the gem without the skewed perception of someone looking to buy or sell it. It is probably a good idea to look for a certificate, especially when new to the diamond buying game, because some of the less trustworthy sellers might attempt to sell a stone that falls well below the stated grading. A certificate is there to help the buyer determine whether or not the diamond meets the standards he or she wishes.
The question then remains whether or not a certificate is necessary when buying and selling diamonds. No, it is not; however, the presence of a certificate helps the buyer determine the true value of a diamond free of the interference of the seller. A third party has no vested interest in the stone. Even those buyers who are not well-versed in the terminology of diamonds will receive reassurance from the certificate that they are getting what they pay for. Additionally, they are less likely to be taken to the bank by an unscrupulous jeweler.
Simply the lack of a certificate does not necessarily point to a rip-off. Oftentimes, it just means that a diamond has been enhanced in some manner, altering the natural grade of it. Laser treatments, for example, do not ruin a diamond. In fact, they provide a jewel to some who are looking for a bigger stone at a smaller price. At the end of the day, diamond certification is not a necessity when buying and selling diamonds, but it is a helpful piece of documentation for the buyer. It will help him or her be sure that the stone he or she purchases meets the standards that the price tag and card say it does.
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