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Full Article: http://www.idexonline.com/portal_FullNews.asp?SID=&id=28056
...."One of the most interesting features of the new lab is the use of the automated Satbar scale to determine a diamonds color. This is one of a controversial issue relating to grading labs, as color grading is considered somewhat subjective.
“IDL has merged gemologists and researchers with external engineers and scientists to develop new technological applications,” IDL CEO Peter Meeus commented. ...."
Full Article: http://www.idexonline.com/portal_FullNews.asp?SID=&id=28056
...."One of the most interesting features of the new lab is the use of the automated Satbar scale to determine a diamonds color. This is one of a controversial issue relating to grading labs, as color grading is considered somewhat subjective.
Other features of the grading include a clarity grading that has a full definition of SI3, bridging the existing gap between the S12 and I1 grades and a cut benchmark in accordance with the GIA Diamond Cut Grading System.
“IDL has merged gemologists and researchers with external engineers and scientists to develop new technological applications,” IDL CEO Peter Meeus commented. ...."