Frequently Asked Questions
How does the new GIA Cultured Pearl Classification Report differ from the existing GIA pearl reports?
The GIA Cultured Pearl Classification Report provides classification information for cultured pearls, without any identification or treatment information. No analysis testing for pearl or mollusk identification will be done. The report service will be restricted to unmodified bead-cultured pearls only; so no natural or non-bead cultured pearls, or chemically or physically modified pearls of any origin are eligible for this service. A comparison chart between the 3 types of GIA Pearl Reports is available for reference.
