The Bharat Diamond Bourse (BDB) recently conducted a session as part of its Leadership Series, addressing the complexities and advances in identifying lab-grown diamonds from natural ones.
The session featured a presentation by Dr Wuyi Wang, vice president of research and development at the Gemological Institute of America (GIA). Dr Wang highlighted the importance of accurate diamond identification in maintaining consumer trust. “GIA’s decades of independent research into natural and laboratory-grown diamonds is the foundation of our ability to differentiate them with complete certainty,” he stated.
GIA’s Commitment to Research and Education
The session was facilitated by Sriram Natarajan, managing director of GIA India, who reinforced GIA’s dedication to global research and education. “Our mission to ensure trust in gems and jewellery is built on nearly a century of pioneering research and education,” he remarked. Natarajan emphasised GIA’s commitment to making its research accessible to the industry and the public to promote transparency in gemstone and jewellery practices.
Industry Implications and BDB’s Leadership
Mehul Shah, vice president of the BDB, commented on the session’s relevance to the industry, linking it to BDB’s focus on addressing key challenges. “The insightful session on Challenges with Diamond Identification underscores BDB’s pivotal role in the global diamonds, gem and jewellery industry,” he said. Shah also emphasised Mumbai’s position as a major centre for diamonds and gems.
About the Leadership Series
The BDB Leadership Series aims to provide diamond traders, jewellers, and industry professionals with actionable insights and perspectives on the future of the jewellery industry. This initiative reflects BDB’s efforts to address the evolving needs of the diamond and jewellery market.
