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Tessera Jewellery has launched its pop-up store just in time for the holidays! Read on to learn more about their IGI-certified diamonds
You can now get a hold of IGI-certified diamonds when you visit Tessara Jewelry’s latest holiday pop-up store in Greenbelt 5.
IGI, which stands for International Gemological Institute, was founded in Antwerp, Belgium—a major centre for the global diamond trade. IGI was established to provide independent and unbiased certification for diamonds, gemstones, and jewellery. At the time, there were few other gemological laboratories, most of which were affiliated with specific trade organisations. IGI was one of the first laboratories to be genuinely independent, and it quickly became known for its high standards and commitment to accuracy and transparency.
Today, IGI is one of the world’s largest and most prestigious gemological laboratories, known for its rigorous grading standards and accurate diamond certification. It has 18 laboratory locations and 14 schools of gemology around the globe, and jewellery retailers and consumers accept its certificates in over 200 countries. Certification is paramount in the diamond industry, as it provides a seal of authenticity and guarantees the provenance and quality of each natural diamond.
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“With an IGI certification, clients can be assured and confident in the diamond pieces they choose, knowing that each stone has undergone rigorous examination and passed the highest industry standards,” explains Carl Fider, CEO and founder of Tessera Jewellery.
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For those who are out of the loop, an IGI-certified diamond includes information on the following:
- Carat weight - the weight of the diamond.
- Colour grade - which is usually from D (colourless) to Z (light yellow or brown.
- Cut - the proportions, symmetry, and polish that can impact a piece’s brilliance.
- Polish and Symmetry - the quality of the diamond’s surface.
Filipinos can now get a hold of IGI certified diamonds when they visit Tessara Jewelry's latest holiday pop-up store in Greenbelt 5.
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Tessera Jewelry also offers a selection of mined diamonds traded in compliance with the Kimberley Process. Established in 2003, the Kimberley Process is an international system that certifies diamonds as “conflict-free” or obtained from geographical areas without ongoing armed conflict.
Aside from the brand’s Greenbelt pop-up, guests who wish to explore and see more of their products can visit their showrooms at 38 Rockwell, 1 Proscenium, Arton Strip in Katipunan, Quezon City, and Ayala Abreeza, Davao.
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