History of Diamond Grading in Australia

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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[…]

Argyle’s pink diamonds remain distinctive because of their remarkable natural colour and rarity.
The Legacy of the Famous Argyle Mine and the Long Road to Rehabilitation

The closure of Western Australia’s Argyle diamond mine has brought renewed attention to environmental responsibility, Indigenous rights[…]

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,[…]

Rio Tinto Diamond Production Falls 68% After Diavik Mine Closure
Rio Tinto Diamond Production Falls 68% After Diavik Mine Closure

The closure of Canada’s Diavik diamond mine marks the end of Rio Tinto’s active diamond mining operations,[…]

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[…]

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