GIA Bringing In Revised Format For Certificates

(IDEX Online News) – The GIA (Gemological Institute of America) will introduce the revised format for its diamond grading and gem identification reports beginning January 1, 2014. While the format will change, the information will not.

Upon request, GIA will offer no-cost reissues for reports issued from July 1, 2013 through December 31, 2013.

Reissues of reports dated January 1, 2013 through June 30, 2013 will be available for a nominal fee. The previous reports must be returned to GIA before the reissues can be processed.

The new reports have dimensions similar to the prior versions, but will consume less paper and other materials and feature enhanced security features including a unique and durable proprietary paper.

In addition, QR codes printed on each report will provide direct access to GIA’s online Report Check service, which allows clients and consumers to confirm the authenticity of GIA grading and identification reports with their smartphones.