1.4 Diamond Certificates / Grading Reports

A usual Certificate/Grading Report of a Diamond includes mention of the four main characteristics, namely the weight, the clarity grade, the colour grade and the cut.

1.4.1. CONTENTS OF A DIAMOND CERTIFICATE/GRADING REPORT

A complete Certificate/Grading Report of a Diamond as it should appear on a Certificate, includes the following data:

• the statement that the diamond has been identified as a natural or HPHT treated or synthetic diamond
• reference number
• weight
• shape and measurements
• clarity grade
• colour and fluorescence grade
• cut: proportions and finish-grade
• comments and identification marks, if applicable
• plot
• place of issue
• date of issue
• reference to IDC

1.4.2. CONDITIONS REGARDING THE STATE IN WHICH DIAMONDS MUST BE PRESENTED FOR GRADING

Diamonds must be presented for grading unmounted and free of any obstacles including dirt.