Diamond Certification

Before purchasing a diamond, you should expect to review a copy of its certificate as proof that it has undergone an unbiased, professional examination.

A diamond certificate, also called a diamond grading report, diamond dossier®, or diamond quality document, is a report created by a team of gemologists. The diamond is evaluated, measured, and scrutinized using trained eyes, a jeweler's loupe, a microscope, and other industry tools. A completed certificate includes an analysis of the diamond's dimensions, clarity, color, polish, symmetry, and other characteristics. Many round diamonds will also include a cut grade on the report.

Every loose diamond sold by Jacob Ruth & Co. has been analyzed and graded by either the Gemological Institute of America (GIA) or the American Gem Society Laboratories (AGSL). These two laboratories are among the most respected laboratories in the diamond industry, and are known for their consistency and unbiased diamond grading systems. Diamonds that are accompanied by these grading reports are the most highly valued in the industry.

If you are interested in a specific certified diamond at Jacob Ruth & Co., you can view its certificate on our site before purchase. We offer a variety of grading reports and documentation:

If you are interested in a diamond and a certificate is not available for viewing on the site, simply contact a diamond and jewelry consultant at service@jacobruth.com or 866-578-8426.

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Expert Guidance

Need guidance before you start diamond shopping? This simple diamond guide explains the four Cs of diamonds: cut, color, clarity, and carat weight. Select your diamond based on the same criteria jewelers use to grade them. After reading through this guide, you'll be ready to choose the diamond that's right for your taste and budget.

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