The Journal
EducationFebruary 2026·6 min read

GIA vs IGI vs HRD: Which Certificate Should You Trust?

All three labs are legitimate. But they grade differently. Here is what each lab actually measures, where they diverge on colour and clarity grades, and why GV Diamonds uses dual certification.

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