Analytical gem testing is required to identity diamond treatments today. If doubtful, always consult a reputed diamond testing laboratory like the GIA. Many thanks to Gems & Gemoloy.
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Monday, June 03, 2024
Tuesday, November 22, 2022
Treated Nickel-Rich Green Diamond
Standards test are not enough. Analytical tests are required to identify treatments in diamonds.
Monday, September 05, 2022
10 Carat HPHT-Treated CVD Laboratory-Grown Diamond
Insightful report by GIA researchers. These diamonds will most likely become more commonplace in the future as technology improves.
Monday, June 06, 2022
Unusual Laser Drill Holes In A Laboratory-Grown Diamond
Treatments are done to improve clarity and appearance. Take a look.
Tuesday, May 24, 2022
HPHT-Processed Natural Type Ia Diamond
As technology improves, HPHT treatments will be more common for both natural and laboratory-grown diamonds. Must read.
Thursday, November 04, 2021
Lightbox Now Disclosing Post-Growth Treatments
Lightbox, De Beers' lab-grown diamond brand, has started disclosing the treatments it uses to create its synthetic diamonds---but still believes such disclosures are optional. Why it took so long?





