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The international grading and certification body facilitated on site grading for global clients to make quick and efficient business decisions! The International Gemological Institute- IGI, showcased its latest services and technological prowess at the India International Jewelry Show Signature 2022 held from February 18 to 21st    in Mumbai last week. The only international laboratory to have an onsite grading facility perfected to offer analysis and certification for both buyers and sellers in real time.   With advanced technology on board, IGI was able to assist industry members in making important business decisions during the significant time spent at the show. The response has been overwhelming with many industry players making the most of this opportunity.  “The IGI on site grading facility has been fostering confidence in Indian diamond jewelry, globally since 2009 and continues to efficiently fulfil the vision behind it.  This edition of the IIJS Si...

IGI certifies & validates traditional Jadau & Polki jewelry – Confluence of Regalia & Assurance The International Gemological Institute (IGI), the largest global independent gem certification and appraisal institute, certifies traditional Jadau and Polki jewelry. The IGI Traditional Jewelry Report has become a benchmark and helps discerning buyers validate real Jadau jewelry from fakes; and differentiate between original Polki creations and glass rendered designs. Jadau jewelry is considered the epitome of traditional Indian craftsmanship. The technique of creating Jadau can be done by using uncut diamonds or glass. Jewelry created using uncut diamond is commonly referred to as Polki while the ones created using different imitation as stones are referred to as Kundan. The undersides of both the kinds of jewelry are enameled. Pioneers in the field of jewelry certification, IGI recognized the need amongst consumers to clearly differentiate between Jadau, ...

IGI projected India sales in the  Globe of €250 billion by 2020 IGI India certifies 24 lakh pieces of diamond jewellery in 2018 The International Gemological Institute (IGI), the largest global independent gem certification and appraisal institute in India, has certified over 24 lac pieces of diamond jewelry at the laboratory based out of India alone, in 2018. The rise in number is clearly a sign of a more informed and conscious customer base becoming persistent on a certificate from an international certifying authority of repute, says Mr. Tehmasp Printer, Managing Director, IGI –India. IGI unveiled 1,000+ certified new designs in association with prominent diamond jewellery manufacturers at a recent Buyer-Seller Knowledge Meet. The purity of the wonderful new trendy collections is assured by IGI Certificate.  The industry has started developing concepts for the dreams and aspirations of Venus, giving diamonds, gemstone and fine diamond jewelry a red...

Seminar on January 19, focussing on Responsible sourcing and gemmology CIBJO, the World Jewellery Confederation, and the Federation for European Education (FEEG) in Gemmology, will be presenting a day-long conference at the Vicenzaoro January jewellery trade show, organised by the Italian Exhibition Group (IEG), in Vicenza on Saturday, January 19, where the principle focus will be on issues related to responsible sourcing and gemmology. For CIBJO, the event is the latest in a series of seminars and workshops presented at Vicenzaoro shows, in cooperation with IEG, focusing on issues relating to responsible business practices and sustainability in the jewellery sector. For FEEG, which was established in 1995 to create a pan-European gemmology qualification that is recognised by all bodies and institutions across the EU, the conference serves as its 21st Symposium, bringing together leading gemmological experts from across the continent and around the world. It is...

Initiates, Own A Billion-Year Old Diamond Campaign   IGI certification confirms that each diamond you buy is a billion-year old natural wonder! The International Gemological Institute (IGI), the largest global independent gem certification and appraisal institute, has urged consumers to buy only certified Natural Diamonds this festive season! IGI has partnered with many leading jewelers in the City (24 cities across India) for the ‘Own A Billion-Year Old Diamond’ month-long awareness campaign till November 5, 2018, to cover auspicious festival days such as Navratri, Dassehra, Durga Asthami, Ekadashi, Sharad Purnima, Karwa Chauth, Dhanteras and Diwali amongst others. IGI’s awareness campaign seeks to redefine & restore consumer confidence and trust in addition to reiterating the timeless legacy of Natural Diamonds. A creation par excellence, a diamond is born after billions of years in extreme heat and pressure when fragments of carbon turn into diamonds. W...