Are IGI-Certified Lab Grown Diamonds Legit?

{"AutoID":85,"DateCreation":"\/Date(1676008341640)\/","DateModified":"\/Date(1698385943947)\/","CreatedBy":null,"ModifiedBy":"Rahul Bohra ","RecordStatus":"A","Title":"Are IGI-Certified Lab Grown Diamonds Legit? ","SubTitle":null,"Description":"\u003cp\u003eAre you looking to buy the \u003cstrong\u003eman made diamonds?\u003c/strong\u003e If you are, you\u0026rsquo;d want the best lab grown diamonds available in the market.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eAnd how do you ascertain you have the best? You look at the diamond grading certificate. That\u0026rsquo;s what brings IGI in the picture.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eThe International Gemological Institute (IGI) is the world\u0026rsquo;s largest laboratory for testing and grading diamonds and gemstones. It assesses and provides reports of different types such as\u0026nbsp;\u003ca href=\"https://www.growndiamondcorp.com/blog/facts-about-lab-grown-diamonds/\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#0000ff\"\u003elab grown diamond\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/a\u003e, colored stone report, jewelry report, etc.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eHowever, many diamond lovers aren\u0026rsquo;t aware of the IGI and its grading process, or what importance it holds. In this article, we tell you all about IGI and why its certified lab diamonds are valuable.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat is IGI?\u0026nbsp;\u003c/h2\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eThe International Gemological Institute (IGI) is one of the largest laboratories for testing and grading diamonds and gemstones. The institute, set up in 1975, has centers all across the globe. The laboratory assesses all types of gemstones, including \u003ca href=\"https://www.growndiamondcorp.com/blog/lab-created-diamonds/\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#0000ff\"\u003elab created diamonds\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/a\u003e.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eThe IGI certificate helps diamond retailers and vendors confirm the authenticity of diamonds. Similarly, the certificate helps customers buy lab diamonds with more confidence.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch2\u003eHow does the IGI grade lab grown diamonds?\u0026nbsp;\u003c/h2\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eJust like other diamond-grading institutions such as the GIA (Gemological Institute of America), IGI also grades \u003ca href=\"https://www.growndiamondcorp.com/blog/types-of-lab-grown-diamonds/\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#0000ff\"\u003elab made diamonds\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/a\u003e based on the 4 cs.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eDiamond grading\u0026mdash;the process of evaluating the different qualities of \u003ca href=\"https://www.growndiamondcorp.com/blog/types-of-diamonds/\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#0000ff\"\u003elab diamonds\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/a\u003e\u0026mdash; is a highly technical and skilled process. It requires, not just mastery and thorough knowledge, but also special equipment to help in the process of grading. That\u0026rsquo;s where IGI comes in to grade the \u0026nbsp;\u003cstrong\u003e4Cs of diamonds \u0026mdash; cut, color, clarity, and carat\u003c/strong\u003e.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch2\u003eThe 4Cs of diamond grading by IGI\u003c/h2\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch3\u003eCut\u003c/h3\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eWhether \u003cstrong\u003elab created diamonds\u003c/strong\u003e or natural, they have to be cut to achieve the desired shape. But cut doesn\u0026rsquo;t just refer to the \u003cstrong\u003eshapes of the diamond\u003c/strong\u003e \u0026ndash; \u003ca href=\"https://www.growndiamondcorp.com/round-cut-diamonds/\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#0000ff\"\u003eround\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https://www.growndiamondcorp.com/princess-cut-diamonds/\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#0000ff\"\u003eprincess\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https://www.growndiamondcorp.com/cushion-cut-diamonds/\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#0000ff\"\u003ecushion\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https://www.growndiamondcorp.com/oval-cut-diamonds/\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#0000ff\"\u003eoval\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https://www.growndiamondcorp.com/heart-cut-diamonds/\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#0000ff\"\u003eheart\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https://www.growndiamondcorp.com/pear-cut-diamonds/\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#0000ff\"\u003epear\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/a\u003e, etc.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eThe cut includes the different angles, facets, proportions, and finishing. It is one of the most important factors as it affects the brilliance and performance of the diamond.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eThe quality of the cut of a diamond determines how well it will reflect light. A diamond with a high quality cut has better brilliance, sparkle and fire.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch3\u003eColor\u003c/h3\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eDiamonds may look colorless to the naked eye, but when examined closely, they have subtle shades. The \u003cstrong\u003eIGI grades diamond\u003c/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003ecolor \u003c/strong\u003ealphabetically.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eStarting from D, considered a perfect color for a diamond, moving down to E, F, G, H, and so on, the diamond color starts to get yellow or brownish.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch3\u003eClarity\u003c/h3\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eAnother of the 4cs is clarity. Lab diamonds go through processes that involve heat, pressure, high temperature and chemical reactions. These processes can lead to inclusions (internal flaws) and blemishes (external characteristics).\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eIGI grades diamonds for their clarity. Flawless diamonds do not have any imperfections. Grading diamond clarity involves assessing the number, size, nature, and position of inclusions and blemishes.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch3\u003eCarat weight\u003c/h3\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eThe last of the \u003ca href=\"https://www.growndiamondcorp.com/blog/the-4cs-of-diamond-grading-all-you-need-to-know-grown-diamond-corp/\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#0000ff\"\u003e4Cs of diamond\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/a\u003e grading is carat weight. Carat is the weight of the diamond. One carat is 0.200 gram. Each carat can be subdivided into 100 points. Lab created diamonds can be of different sizes.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eThe carat weight of lab diamonds is not the only determining factor of the value of a diamond. It is possible that a low carat diamond\u0026rsquo;s monetary value is more than that of a high carat diamond. That\u0026rsquo;s because of the other Cs of the 4Cs graded by IGI\u0026mdash;color, clarity, and cut.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch2\u003eOver to you: ready to buy lab made diamonds?\u003c/h2\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eTo answer the question we began with: are \u003cstrong\u003eIGI certified lab grown diamonds\u003c/strong\u003e legit? Yes, definitely, they are.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eAre you ready to buy \u003cstrong\u003elab grown diamonds?\u003c/strong\u003e The next time you look for lab diamonds, you\u0026rsquo;ll know what factors to look for. Not just that, you\u0026rsquo;ll know the best way to choose diamonds is to look at the grading certificate.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eIGI is one of the most recognized diamond grading institutions. Its diamond-grading report carries value. Whether lab grown or natural diamonds, a certificate from IGI can make customers\u0026#39; diamond-buying process easy, faster, and full of confidence.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n","FromDate":null,"ToDate":null,"Image_Url":"are-igi-certified-lab-grown-diamonds-legit.jpg","Image_Alt":"IGI-Certified Lab Grown Diamonds","KeyWords":"lab grown diamonds, lab diamonds, best lab grown diamonds","MetaDescription":"Buying diamonds? But are you sure about its authencity. Browse through our article to learn more about IGI\u0027s grading process and its importance. Be assured to make an informed purchase next time you are planning to buy diamonds!","MetaTitle":"Are IGI-Certified Lab Grown Diamonds Legit? 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