The composite index represents changes in market prices throughout this period. In order to better estimate the value of existing inventory, it is important to calculate the expected appreciation of each stone individually, using the appropriate graph for each stone evaluated. While the index may offer a good indication of price behavior of the inventory, the accuracy may vary depending on whether the inventory was purchased above or below market
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The FCRF I.D.U Grading Standard
A fancy color diamond is the most precious stone unearthed in the world. Its endless visual appearances make it the most complex gem to evaluate and price in the luxury space. Today, the vast majority of fancy color diamonds are submitted to the GIA lab to obtain a report confirming their natural origin and gemological […]