Is EGL certification reliable?
From a standpoint of accuracy and consistency, the consensus of the experts is that EGL certification is not as reliable as diamond certification done by AGS or GIA. As a result, diamonds marketed with EGL reports are significantly discounted relative to diamonds with reports from AGS Laboratories (AGSL) and GIA.
Is it worth getting a diamond GIA certified?
Simple, it’s GIA. They have the best reputation for accurate diamond grading. A diamond with a GIA diamond report will command more money than a diamond graded by EGL USA. Not only when you buy it, but also should you ever decide to sell it, or trade it up.
Are GIA diamonds more expensive?
Because GIA is the most reputable lab, it’s often thought that their diamonds are more expensive. However, this is false. Remember, GIA does not certify diamonds, they only grade diamonds. The value of a diamond is tied to its quality.
What is EGL certification?
EGL stands for European Gemological Laboratories, which was established in 1974 and claims to be the largest independent network of gemological laboratories. Along with the European network, EGL certificates are also issued by several other countries: EGL India, EGL South Africa, EGL Platinum (Israel), and EGL USA.
What is EGL diamond certification?
The EGL USA is known to grade up to one grade higher on both cut and clarity. For example, a diamond graded by the GIA could have a VS1 grading for clarity and a Very Good for cut. That same diamond could be graded by the EGL USA as having a VVS2 for clarity and an Excellent for cut, one grading up for both.
What does EGL stand for?
European Gemological Laboratories
EGL stands for European Gemological Laboratories, which was established in 1974 and claims to be the largest independent network of gemological laboratories.
What is the difference between EGL USA and Gia diamonds?
In fact, when the differences in grading standards are taken into account, there is no price difference between EGL USA and GIA diamonds. Many retailers have embraced EGL certification due to the inflated grading standard, in combination with lower certification prices.
Should I buy a diamond with An EGL certificate?
We never recommend buying a diamond with an EGL certificate. The reason you buy a diamond with an independent certificate is that you have peace of mind you are getting the quality you are paying for. EGL does not do that. In fact, its the opposite.
What is a Gia Gia certified loose diamond?
Loose diamonds GIA certified are graded using strict standards that are consistent among the various GIA locations. Each GIA diamond is carefully evaluated by at least four expert gemologists who are chosen at random to guarantee an unbiased evaluation.
Is egegl certification worth it?
EGL does not do that. In fact, its the opposite. EGL is only used to fool consumers into overpaying for an inferior product. If you’re buying online, use James Allen’s highly recommended cutting edge diamond viewing tool or Blue Nile’s 360° Videos and stick with the GIA or AGS certification—the most consistent lab available.
