History of Diamond Grading in Australia

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Explore DCLA’s legacy as Australia’s leading diamond authority. Learn our history, meet the founders, and discover our unmatched grading expertise.

Protecting the Value of an Inheritance When a loved one passes away, their estate may contain a lifetime of accumulated possessions, including diamond rings, gold chains, bracelets, watches, coins, precious stones and other valuable jewellery. Some pieces may have been purchased recently, while others may have been passed down through several generations.
Inherited Jewellery and Family Valuables, Why Expert Assessment Matters

Inherited jewellery, diamonds, gold and family heirlooms can represent significant financial and sentimental value. Before dividing an[…]

8.10 carat Fancy Vivid pink
Geneva Auction to Feature Rare 8.63 Carat Pink Diamond

The unmounted oval modified brilliant cut diamond has been graded Fancy Intense Pink, VS2 clarity and Type[…]

The influence of diamond shape and facet arrangement
Inclusion Size Alone Does Not Determine a Diamond’s Grade

Discover how inclusion size, position, nature and contrast affect diamond clarity grading, and why DCLA assesses transparency[…]

diamond engagement ring or an exceptional high jewellery creation
From a Child’s First Charm to a Lifetime of Luxury

Jewellery for Every Age Jewellery has a special place in our lives. It marks milestones, celebrates achievements,[…]

Your jewellery should reflect who you are, not simply what is fashionable.
Do You Follow the Trend or Are You a Trendsetter?

Your jewellery should reflect who you are, not simply what is fashionable.

More than 4,400 natural diamonds, including a spectacular 75.54 carat Fancy Vivid Yellow diamond
Spectacular $70 Million Diamond Fantasy Bra

More than 4,400 natural diamonds, including a spectacular 75.54 carat Fancy Vivid Yellow diamond, transformed a Victoria’s[…]

De Beers at a Crossroads Lab-Grown Diamonds,
The Hidden Cost of Falling Diamond Prices, Lab-Grown Competition and Lost Livelihoods

The potential sale of De Beers highlights the challenges facing the natural diamond industry. The rise of[…]

screening can produce the wrong conclusion
The Hidden Characteristics That Help Reveal Their Origin

Blue fluorescence, crystal structure, growth patterns and microscopic features can all help gemologists distinguish natural diamonds from[…]

The Perfect Diamond Without Compromise
The Perfect Diamond Without Compromise

Your dream diamond should never be limited by your budget. At DCLA, expertise, craftsmanship and personal service[…]

A diamond is often far more than a valuable possession. It may represent an engagement, a marriage, a family inheritance or a milestone that holds a lifetime of memories. Yet, despite the emotional and financial value attached to fine jewellery, many owners have never fully investigated what would happen if their diamond were lost, stolen or accidentally damaged.
You Lost Your Diamond Ring, Now What?

Standalone jewellery insurance or specified items under your home and contents policy? Understanding the difference could make[…]

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