The modern documentation journey began with standardized grading reports from respected laboratories. The Gemological Institute of America (GIA) revolutionized the industry in the 1950s, but these primarily focused on physical characteristics rather than provenance. Today’s heritage diamond requires comprehensive documentation including laboratory certification with microscopic laser inscriptions, chain of custody records, historical documentation, and photographic evidence showing the diamond in historical settings.
Heritage Diamonds How Provenance Elevates Value in Luxury Collections
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