A System Built on Scientific Precision

At IDL, reports aren’t based on guesswork — they’re grounded in calibrated science. Each report is backed by advanced instrumentation, international standards, and verified benchmarks to ensure consistency, accuracy, and objectivity.

Gemstone Evaluation

Color

Evaluated based on hue, tone, and saturation, following standardized procedures.

Transparency

Degree to which light passes through the stone; classified as transparent, semi-transparent, translucent, or opaque.

Origin

When determinable, IDL provides origin opinion based on scientific indicators and database comparison.

Beyond the Basics:
Additional Grading Criteria

1) Species & Variety

Country or geological source (where determinable).

2) Transparency

Degree of light transmission through the stone.

3) Treatments/Enhancements

All detectable processes (heat, irradiation, dye) flagged in your report.

4) Origin

Identification of mineral family and gemstone type.

The Tools Behind the Trust

We employ advanced spectrometry, digital microscopy, and other non-invasive technologies to ensure each report reflects the most accurate and reproducible data available in modern gemology.

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