GIA Diamond Grading Standards

Flashcards covering the foundational concepts of the GIA diamond grading system, its quality factors, and its impact on the market.

GIA grading system

A system used and accepted around the world that serves as part of the international language of diamond professionals.

Four major quality factors

The components of the grading system which include color, clarity, cut, and caret weight.

Assignments seven through 14

Detailed sections that cover the development, standards, and evaluation of the four major quality factors.

D flawless

An example of a diamond grade mentioned as being very different from an M I1 grade.

M I1

An example of a diamond grade that, while different from D flawless, still has its place in the market.

Diamond grades are constant

A characteristic of diamond grading that fosters consumer confidence and benefits the online trading of faceted diamonds.

Grading and value connection

The relationship a buyer must understand when purchasing a diamond for resale to determine the best choice.