About us

Who we are

DGI, the Diamond Gemological Institute, is a respected, well-known gemological laboratory based in the Israeli Diamond Exchange complex in Ramat Gan. It is recognised by the Israeli Diamond Controller as an authorised gemological laboratory, and is ISO 9001 approved.

ISO 9001 approved Israeli Diamond Controller Ramat Gan Diamond Exchange
Ownership

Under new ownership

DGI is today owned and led by Ilya Katanov. Building on the laboratory’s established reputation, Ilya carries its work forward, keeping the exacting standards the trade has come to expect, while investing in the people, instruments and processes behind every report.

The aim is unchanged: a reliable, professional and leading gemological laboratory whose word can be trusted, by the industry and by the private client alike.

Ilya KatanovOwner
What we do

Reports you can rely on

DGI is known for its high-standard diamond and jewellery reports and appraisals. We serve diamond and jewellery manufacturers, dealers and private clients, and are appreciated across the trade for fast, thorough and professional service, backed by professional equipment and experienced, certified gemologists.

Why DGI

What sets us apart

Recognised & certified

Authorised by the Israeli Diamond Controller and ISO 9001 approved, an accountable, independent standard.

Diamonds & jewellery

High-standard reports and appraisals for loose diamonds and finished jewellery alike.

Certified gemologists

Experienced, certified gemologists working with professional, calibrated equipment.

Fast & professional

Appreciated across the trade for fast, thorough and professional service.

Our mission

Gemology, made accessible

We take pride in our professional reports, advanced services and experienced staff. It matters to us that you feel confident holding a diamond or jewellery report with our name on it, and we hope to make the gemological world a little more accessible for private buyers, not only the trade. Have a question about our laboratory or your report? We are always glad to help.

Find us

Inside the exchange

Our home is the Israeli Diamond Exchange in Ramat Gan, Tuval 23, the Noam Building, floor 13, with a new branch in Dubai coming soon. Come in with a stone, or reach out with any question about your report.

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