FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions: Reports and Verification

What does a laboratory report tell me?

It records the conclusions issued within the selected examination scope. Read the report title, results, comments, and limitations to understand what it covers.

Is a certificate different from a report?

Certificate is often used commercially. The issuing laboratory's actual document name and terms establish its purpose; the word alone does not add a guarantee.

Does a report tell me the price of my stone?

A grading or identification report is not automatically a monetary appraisal. If a valuation is required, determine which separate documentation is appropriate.

Does a report prove ownership?

Do not use a laboratory report as a substitute for purchase, transfer, or other ownership records. Those documents address different subjects.

How do I check an IDGL report?

Use the official IDGL verification route, enter the complete number, and compare the available record with your document. Contact support if a detail differs.

What if the report number is not found?

Check the characters, extra spaces, and issuing laboratory. If no record is returned, ask for assistance rather than assuming the reason.

Does a matching online record prove that the stone is the same?

An online lookup does not physically examine the item. A qualified comparison may be needed when identity is uncertain.

Is an inscription enough to identify a diamond?

An inscription is one identifier. It should be considered with the full report and the stone's other identifying information when establishing a match.

Why should I read the comments?

Comments can explain scope, estimates, restrictions, or findings that affect interpretation. They are part of the report and should remain attached to it.

What if the stone has been recut or damaged?

Describe the change and its date to the laboratory. Ask whether the earlier report remains suitable for your purpose or a new examination is appropriate.