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.

Grading Report: The Blueprint of a Diamond's Quality
Grading Report

A grading report, also known as a diamond certificate, is an official document issued by a recognised[…]

The term "grainer" is used in the diamond industry to describe a diamond’s weight in quarter-carat (0.25 ct) increments.
Grainer

The term "grainer" is used in the diamond industry to describe a diamond’s weight in quarter-carat (0.25[…]

The girdle helps protect the diamond from chipping and damage, particularly along its edges.
Girdle

The girdle helps protect the diamond from chipping and damage, particularly along its edges. A properly proportioned girdle[…]

Girdle Thickness

Girdle thickness refers to the width of the diamond's girdle, which is the outer edge separating the[…]

Gemmology: The Science, Art, and Profession of Evaluating Gemstones
Gemmology

Gemmology is the scientific study of gemstones, encompassing their identification, evaluation, grading, and authentication.

Gem Quality

Only about 20% of mined diamonds are of gem quality, meaning they meet the necessary standards for[…]

Fractures can weaken the diamond, making it more susceptible to damage
Fracture

A fractured diamond refers to a diamond that has an internal fracture, often called a fracture or

Fracture Filling

Fracture filling is a treatment used to improve the clarity and appearance of diamonds that have visible[…]

Fluorescence

Fluorescence in diamonds refers to the glow that a diamond emits when exposed to ultraviolet (UV) light.

The Four C's of Diamonds: Cut, Colour, Clarity, and Carat Weight
Four C’s

The Four C's are the standard criteria used to evaluate and grade diamonds.

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