GII launches ‘Quick Check’ for immediate detection of synthetic diamonds

To address the threat of undisclosed mixing of synthetic diamonds with Natural diamonds, the Gemmological Institute of India (GII), a project of the GJEPC and co-sponsored by BDB, launched a new instrument which immediately detects synthetic diamonds, in S. G. Jhaveri Hall at Bharat Diamond Bourse, Mumbai.

The instrument, which has been named as ‘Quick Check’, has been designed by the in-house research team of the GII and Arotek. Quick Check takes few seconds to scan the HPHT type IIb diamonds once they are loaded in the detection chamber of the instrument. The instrument is simple to use and does not need a highly qualified professional to operate, unlike the currently available diamond detection instruments, which are technical, scientific and hence, complex in nature.

Commenting on the launch, Bakul Mehta, Chairman, GII said “We will now be able to detect HPHT Type IIb synthetic diamonds immediately and with absolute results, with the introduction of ‘Quick Check’. This affordable device will be able to curtail the threat of mixing of synthetic diamonds in the market. This is so essential to maintain customer confidence. I invite retailers and manufacturers to come forward and avail the benefits of this instrument.”

Praveenshankar Pandya, Chairman, GJEPC said “We wish safeguard ourselves against any threat of illicit mixing of synthetics with natural diamonds. With the advent of this instrument, the industry will benefit the most as the detection of synthetic diamonds with this instrument will help supply of natural diamonds to flourish. I am very impressed with the ease of use and affordability of this instrument.”

Russell Mehta, Vice Chairman, GJEPC said “This is a landmark achievement by GII. Indian is one of the largest hubs for diamond processing and this initiative will build more confidence in the trade circles.”