Possibly a Dumb Question.. I’ll ask anyways..

[mishamish]

Hello All,

How do I know that the GIA report corresponds to the diamond purchased. Is there a serial number laser inscribed on the stone?

Thanks...

 

[lisamarie]

The serial number isn''t always inscribed but you can take it to an appraiser to verify that all the figures match the certificate.

 

[dockman3]

Yep, sometimes its engraved, sometimes its not. An appraiser will be able to verify it for you.

 

[honey22]

If you have a loupe, and it is a lower clarity (easier to detect inclusions) you could give it a go yourself and look to see if the inclusion plot matches the stone? Obviously not ideal, but you may be lucky enough to have a very distinct set of inclusions that makes it obvious that the stone is yours.