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Do all diamonds have serial numbers on them?

Do all diamonds have serial numbers on them?

The quick answer is yes. Ethically sourced diamond rings that have been graded by the Gemological Institute of America (GIA) have serial numbers. They also have diamond certifications. That said, not all diamonds have serial numbers, and the process of certifying a diamond can be complicated.

When did they start putting serial numbers on diamonds?

Back in the 1970s it was discovered that laser beams could “burn” out imperfections and improve otherwise unwanted diamonds. In 1983 a laser engraving system was patented. Lazare Kaplan International, a U.S. company, was able to mark diamonds with a serial number and logo.

How do you check a diamond serial number?

Diamonds graded by the GIA have serial numbers to prove their authenticity. The serial number on the diamond corresponds with the number on the certificate, so you know it’s a match. The number is engraved on the girdle of the diamond, which is the area of the stone that separates the top from the bottom.

How do you find the serial number on a diamond?

Not all diamonds have serial numbers. In the US, only diamonds that have been graded by the Gemological Institute of America (GIA) carry an engraved serial number. The serial number is engraved into the diamond as part of the certification process, and matches the number on the diamond’s certificate.

What does a serial number on a diamond tell you?

There are three primary benefits to owning a diamond with a serial number. The certificate authenticates the diamond’s details. It shows the carat weight, cut, clarity and color. You can be certain these details are true when you buy because of the certificate.

What is a diamond ID number?

A diamond’s identification number is laser inscribed on the girdle of the diamond. This diamond identification number is the same which is present on the stone certificate provided for that diamond.

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