Why do some people not want GIA certified diamonds?
A diamond that has a GIA certificate will normally be more expensive than one without such a certificate. There is a lab fee to be paid for getting the certificate and since the diamond is off the market for a period of time, jewelers will increase the price to make up for this lost profit opportunity. Therefore, many people opt for diamonds without GIA certificates, because they do not want the extra cost. It is perfectly safe to buy diamonds without a GIA certificate as long as one of two things happens: first, you have seen the diamond before purchasing it, and you like its appearance or second, you have the right to return it after you receive it. If either of these is possible, then there is nothing wrong with getting diamonds without GIA certificates. In fact over 95% of all diamonds are sold without GIA or other certificates.
