Thursday, May 7, 2009

EGL Announces Light Performance Measurement

EglusalogoThe EGL USA laboratory recently announced that beginning in July, they will offer a new 360º Diamond Report that presents the traditional industry specifications and measurements for a diamond but features a new measure of light performance.

In addition to the new light performance measure, EGL USA’s 360º Diamond Report assigns a new overall grade for visual appeal. This new grade, called the Diamond’s Natural Attraction (DNA), is a composite of twelve characteristics; seven for cut and proportion, two for polish and symmetry, and three related to the new light performance.

The 360º Diamond Report service utilizes direct light-performance developed specifically for EGL USA by ImaGem Inc., a company specializing in technology for grading and identifying gems. ImaGem’s systems combine advanced optics, imaging technology and proprietary software to automate and integrate diamond grading.

I will be provide addition feedback on EGL USA’s 360º Diamond Report as the service is implemented and we have a chance to evaluate this new entry into the cut grade competition between the diamond grading laboratories.

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