GIA exists to protect all purchasers of gemstones, by providing the education, labratory services, research , and instruments needed to accurately and objectively determine gemstone quality.
Ensuring the Public Trust
A nonprofit institute, GIA's mission is to ensure the public trust in gems and jewelry by upholding the highest standards of integrity, academics, science, and professionalism through education, research, laboratory services, and instrument development. GIA attained its leadership role through decades of integrity and ingenuity, and everything we do is still driven by this mission.
Most of our staff is accredited through GIA as Accredited Jewelry Professionals. We are proud of our commitment to furthering our own education so we can properly inform you, the customer.