Diamond examination brings together material identification and observations relevant to description and evaluation. The right approach begins with understanding exactly what the question asks.
Explore observable characteristics, identification and responsible interpretation.
The suitable approach depends on the material, the intended outcome and the details agreed by the parties.
Make a service enquiryDifferent specimen forms and questions call for different considerations. The following themes help frame the discussion.
An initial enquiry may concern whether a specimen is diamond, what properties can be observed and which additional tests or existing documents are relevant. Identifying a material is different from establishing its geographic origin.
Cut, clarity-related features, colour, measurements and condition may matter, depending on whether the specimen is rough or polished and what information is sought.
An examination should describe the item and observations actually made. Formal grading, treatment detection and distinction between natural and laboratory-grown material require appropriate methods and competence. Visual inspection alone does not answer every question.
A few useful details can make your first enquiry much more focused.
Describe the material, the service of interest and any supporting information.
