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Laboratory
At the heart of IGEM, our gemmological laboratory offers comprehensive, independent scientific expertise in gem identification, certification and analysis.
Gem identification is ideal for individuals and professionals who wish to :
- Ensure the quality of their stones.
- To find out the market value of their gems at a later date.
- Ensuring the naturalness and quality of diamonds
- Protect their investments.
Why entrust your stones to the IGEM laboratory?
Total independence
Our independent laboratory status guarantees impartial results.
Scientific expertise
At the cutting edge of gemmological techniques and technologies.
Reliable, recognized reports
Conform to market standards, for legal, commercial or insurance use.
Personalized service
From quick diagnosis to detailed report, according to your specific needs
Expertise
Gemological analysis services
Our laboratory is the first independent laboratory in Quebec dedicated to the in-depth study of gems.
The IGEM laboratory delivers accurate gemological identification reports, indispensable for determining the market value or selling a diamond or colored stone. We analyze cut or set diamonds, evaluating the 4Cs (Carat, Color, Clarity, Cut) according to international standards, including for mixed stones. We also identify synthetic or treated gems, using state-of-the-art equipment.
Our expertise also covers colored gemstones (ruby, sapphire, emerald, spinel, tourmaline…), with particular attention paid to their quality, naturalness and possible treatments.
The result: a complete, reliable and recognized report, essential for the appraisal or resale of a gemstone.
Stone identification
determine the exact nature of each gem – natural, treated or synthetic – using scientific techniques.
In-depth analysis
characterization of treatments (heating, diffusion, oiling), and optical/geochemical balances.
High-precision diagnostics
batch sorting of stones, analysis of diamonds, fine gems such as tourmaline, emerald, sapphire and ruby.
Reports
Laboratory reports and tariffs
A laboratory report is a gem’s best friend, authenticating its quality. It is a business driver, enhancing trust between the various players involved in the industry. The information it contains is recognized by all professionals and easily accessible to their customers.
The iGEM Laboratory offers a variety of reports for all your un-set gems. Both diamonds and colored gems can be analyzed by our team to produce a report.
If you have a specific request, please contact us so that we can determine your needs together and find appropriate solutions.
Contact us by phone at + 1 (514) 889-8589 or by e-mail at info@igem.ca
Our simplified 4C reports contain full information on diamond quality. However, they do not show the pattern of localized inclusions in the diamond.
| Prix des rapports 4C en fonction du poids en carats pour les diamants naturels (couleur D-Z) et les diamants synthétiques (incolores ou de couleur) | ||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Poids en carats | <0.50 | 0.50 – 0.99 | 1.00 – 1.49 | 1.50 – 1.99 | 2.00 – 2.99 | 3.00 – 4.99 | 5.00 – 9.99 | >10.00 |
| Prix en $ CAD avant taxes | 40 $ | 50 $ | 65 $ | 80 $ | 100 $ | 120$ | 150$ | 190$ |
Our 4C reports for natural and synthetic diamonds include the following information:
- The 4Cs: dimensions, weight, color, purity and size (proportions, symmetry, polish) as well as fluorescence
- Comments on inclusions, laser inscriptions
- The origin of color for synthetic colored diamonds
This is a 4C report + inclusion diagram. It contains all the information about the diamond.
| Prix des rapports diamants de couleur fantaisie en fonction du poids en carats | ||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Poids en carats | <0.50 | 0.50 – 0.99 | 1.00 – 1.49 | 1.50 – 1.99 | 2.00 – 2.99 | 3.00 – 4.99 | 5.00 – 9.99 | >10.00 |
| Prix en $ CAD avant taxes | 100 $ | 125 $ | 155 $ | 195 $ | 245 $ | 205 $ | 380 $ | 475 $ |
This comprehensive diamond report includes the following information:
- The 4Cs: dimensions, weight, color, purity and size (proportions, symmetry, polish) as well as fluorescence
- The pattern of localized inclusions in diamond
- Comments on inclusions, laser inscriptions
Our natural fancy color diamond reports contain full information on diamond quality and color origin.
| Prix des rapports 4Cs + schéma des inclusions en fonction du poids en carats pour les diamants naturels (couleur D-Z) | ||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Poids en carats | <0.50 | 0.50 – 0.99 | 1.00 – 1.49 | 1.50 – 1.99 | 2.00 – 2.99 | 3.00 – 4.99 | 5.00 – 9.99 | >10.00 |
| Prix en $ CAD avant taxes | 60 $ | 75 $ | 95 $ | 120 $ | 150 $ | 185 $ | 230 $ | 285 $ |
This comprehensive diamond report includes the following information:
- The 4Cs: dimensions, weight, color, purity and size (proportions, symmetry, polish) as well as fluorescence
- Comments on inclusions, laser inscriptions
- The origin of color
Our equipment enables us to classify a large number of colorless melee diamonds (<0.25 ct), identifying potential intruders such as synthetic or treated diamonds and natural or synthetic imitation gems. These will be identified and segregated. They will not be included in the final grading report.
| Rapport de classification de mêlée (minimum de 100 diamants) | |
|---|---|
| Prix en $ CAD avant taxes | 0.50 $ par diamant |
The scrum classification report will include the following information:
- Natural diamond (D – Z color)
- Diamond shape and cut
- Diameter
- Number of diamonds and total weight
You can add purity color classification options at extra cost: please contact us for any requests to add classification criteria.
You can have your rough diamonds examined by our gemologists to estimate their quality and cutting potential. You will receive a rough diamond grading report.
| Prix des rapports de classification du diamant brut en fonction du poids en carats du diamant | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Poids en carats | 0.01 – 1.99 | 2.00 – 3.99 | 4.00 – 5.99 | 6.00 – 9.99 | > 10.00 |
| Prix en $ CAD avant taxes | 100 $ | 125 $ | 150 $ | 175 $ | 200 $ |
This report indicates the characteristics of the rough diamond:
- Weight
- Shape
- Chemical type
- Fluorescence
- Presence of voltage
On the other hand, it will give you a size estimate by describing the characteristics of the future cut diamond(s) it will be possible to obtain: estimated weight and dimensions of future cut diamonds (yield), color range, clarity range.
The classification of rough diamonds is subject to certain conditions concerning the origin of diamonds in relation to the Kimberley process and diamond traceability.
Two different price scales will be applied depending on the nature of the gem.
Category 1: ruby, sapphire, emerald, Paraiba tourmaline, alexandrite, jade
| Prix des rapports de laboratoire en fonction du poids en carats pour les gemmes de catégorie 1 | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Poids en carats | 0.01 – 2.99 | 3.00 – 4.99 | 5.00 – 9.99 | 10.00 – 19.99 | 20.00 – 99.99 |
| Prix en $ CAD avant taxes | 70 $ | 90 $ | 110 $ | 135 $ | 170 $ |
Category 1: ruby, sapphire, emerald, Paraiba tourmaline, alexandrite, jade
| Prix des rapports de laboratoire en fonction du poids pour les gemmes de catégorie 2 | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Poids en carats et grammes | 0.01 – 19.99 ct | 20.00 – 99.99 ct | 20.00 – 99.99 g | 100 – 999 gr | 1 kg – 20 kg |
| Prix en $ CAD avant taxes | 70 $ | 90 $ | 110 $ | 135 $ | 170 $ |
The coloured gems report you will receive after analysis will include the following information:
- Family + Variety
- Treatment
- Shape and size
- Weights & Dimensions
- Transparency
- Purity
- Color
Do you already have an identification certificate for your diamonds and would like to add an extra level of security? We offer you the possibility of determining the luminous fingerprint of your diamonds and registering it in the worldwide Gemprint® database. This way, your diamonds can be traced in the event of theft, loss or fraud.
| Enregistrement + document imprimé via le système d’empreinte pour diamant Gemprint | |
|---|---|
| Prix en $ CAD avant taxes | 70 $ par diamant |
Rates
Laboratory prices
Prices vary according to gem type and weight. Here is a summary of the laboratory prices, which you can find on the page detailing the laboratory reports:
| Prix des rapports 4C en fonction du poids en carats pour les diamants naturels (couleur D-Z) et les diamants synthétiques (incolores ou de couleur) | ||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Poids en carats | <0.50 | 0.50 – 0.99 | 1.00 – 1.49 | 1.50 – 1.99 | 2.00 – 2.99 | 3.00 – 4.99 | 5.00 – 9.99 | >10.00 |
| Prix en $ CAD avant taxes | 40 $ | 50 $ | 65 $ | 80 $ | 100 $ | 120$ | 150$ | 190$ |
| Prix des rapports 4Cs + schéma des inclusions en fonction du poids en carats pour les diamants naturels (couleur D-Z) | ||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Poids en carats | <0.50 | 0.50 – 0.99 | 1.00 – 1.49 | 1.50 – 1.99 | 2.00 – 2.99 | 3.00 – 4.99 | 5.00 – 9.99 | >10.00 |
| Prix en $ CAD avant taxes | 60 $ | 75 $ | 95 $ | 120 $ | 150 $ | 185 $ | 230 $ | 285 $ |
| Prix des rapports diamants de couleur fantaisie en fonction du poids en carats | ||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Poids en carats | <0.50 | 0.50 – 0.99 | 1.00 – 1.49 | 1.50 – 1.99 | 2.00 – 2.99 | 3.00 – 4.99 | 5.00 – 9.99 | >10.00 |
| Prix en $ CAD avant taxes | 100 $ | 125 $ | 155 $ | 195 $ | 245 $ | 205 $ | 380 $ | 475 $ |
| Prix des rapports de classification du diamant brut en fonction du poids en carats du diamant | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Poids en carats | 0.01 – 1.99 | 2.00 – 3.99 | 4.00 – 5.99 | 6.00 – 9.99 | > 10.00 |
| Prix en $ CAD avant taxes | 100 $ | 125 $ | 150 $ | 175 $ | 200 $ |
| Rapport de classification de mêlée (minimum de 100 diamants) | |
|---|---|
| Prix en $ CAD avant taxes | 0.50 $ par diamant |
| Prix des rapports de laboratoire en fonction du poids en carats pour les gemmes de catégorie 1 | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Poids en carats | 0.01 – 2.99 | 3.00 – 4.99 | 5.00 – 9.99 | 10.00 – 19.99 | 20.00 – 99.99 |
| Prix en $ CAD avant taxes | 70 $ | 90 $ | 110 $ | 135 $ | 170 $ |
| Prix des rapports de laboratoire en fonction du poids pour les gemmes de catégorie 2 | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Poids en carats et grammes | 0.01 – 19.99 ct | 20.00 – 99.99 ct | 20.00 – 99.99 g | 100 – 999 gr | 1 kg – 20 kg |
| Prix en $ CAD avant taxes | 70 $ | 90 $ | 110 $ | 135 $ | 170 $ |
| Enregistrement + document imprimé via le système d’empreinte pour diamant Gemprint | |
|---|---|
| Prix en $ CAD avant taxes | 70 $ par diamant |