About – IDL

Discover the Story Behind IDL, the Premier Gemological Laboratory of the Middle East

IDL is a trusted gemological laboratory based in Dubai, UAE, with a legacy of 2 decades. We specialize in the scientific testing, grading, and certification of gemstones and jewelry, with a steadfast focus on objectivity and trust.

Safeguarding Trust Through Scientific Gemology

To protect market integrity by providing transparent,
accurate,and unbiased gemstone reports.

IDL Is commited to Quality

IDL operates from Dubai’s Gold & Diamond Park and partners with major retailers across the UAE and the wider Middle East.

Knowledge, Integrity, and Wisdom

Every IDL report stands as a symbol of excellence, rooted in ethics, innovation, and gemological precision.

Accreditations and the
Principles That Guide Us

We hold ISO/IEC 17025:2017 accreditations and align with ICA standards for our gemstone
reports, CIBJO standards for jewelry reports and ASA standards for our appraisal reports

ICA
(International Colored Gemstone Association)

Global body for ethical
colored gemstone trade.

CIBJO
(World Jewellery Confederation)

Sets international jewelry
industry standards.

ASA
(Appraisal Standards)

Defines appraisal ethics
and valuation norms.

Our Technology and Scientific Capabilities

IDL integrates advanced gemological instruments and spectroscopy with the expert eye of experienced gemologists. Our methods ensure consistent grading results, origin detection, and identification of treatments.

Meet the Team

Francesco Natale
TECHNICAL DIRECTOR

Fransesco is a globally renowed gemologist with over 3 decades of passionate experience.  

He has lead IDL since the past 17 years.

Shaunak Shastree
MANAGING DIRECTOR

Shaunak is a precious jewels industry veteran with over 3 decades of experience in growing businesses and relationships. 

He is a ASA accredited Appraiser.

Bernadette Waji-Corilla
OPERATIONS MANAGER

Bernadette is a gemologist, an administrator and an astute manager. 

She has been the backbone of IDL since inception in 2007.

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Discover the Story Behind IDL, the Premier Gemological Laboratory of the Middle East

Safeguarding Trust Through Scientific Gemology

To protect market integrity by providing transparent, accurate,and unbiased gemstone reports.

IDL Is commited to Quality

Knowledge, Integrity, and Wisdom

Accreditations and the Principles That Guide Us

We hold ISO/IEC 17025:2017 accreditations and align with ICA standards for our gemstone reports, CIBJO standards for jewelry reports and ASA standards for our appraisal reports

ICA (International Colored Gemstone Association)

Global body for ethical colored gemstone trade.

CIBJO (World Jewellery Confederation)

Sets international jewelry industry standards.

ASA (Appraisal Standards)

Defines appraisal ethics and valuation norms.