Damas Jewellery, a leading jeweller in the Middle East, has signed a service level agreement with Dubai Central Laboratory Department (DCL) under which a select number of diamonds offered for sale at Damas will be examined by DCL.

The examination is aimed at ensuring conformity with international standards and specifications, said a statement.

The agreement was signed by Engineer Hawaa Abdullah Bastaki, executive director of DCL, and Anan Fakhreddin, CEO of Damas Jewellery, at Sheikh Mohamed Hall of the laboratory’s headquarters.

DCL is a division of Dubai Municipality.

In accordance with the SLA, DCL will examine a selection of diamonds prior to being offered for sale at Damas Jewellery verifying their specifications in adherence with global criteria.  

Once examined and verified, diamonds will be returned to Damas safely encapsulated with a tamper proof card detailing each unique pieces’ 4Cs diamond quality grading results, and logos of Dubai Government and Dubai Municipality to validate the examination.

Commenting on the agreement, Bastaki said: “Our examination process at DCL commences with determining whether the diamond is natural, synthetic or enhanced. Following this step, the classification of colour, cut and clarity is performed. All steps are completed in accordance with international standards with a final overall quality confirmation conducted by state of the art equipment.”

DCL is authorised by the Ministry of Economy as a reference certification laboratory for the UAE. Since 2005, the laboratory represents the UAE in international bodies, such as the ‘World Jewellery Confederation (CIBJO)’ and the ‘European Association for Laboratories of Precious Metals’.

Anan Fakhreddin, CEO of Damas Jewellery, said: “Damas considers trust as a pillar of its foundation and we are keen to continuously seek ways to further earn this trust of our customers. Offering diamonds that are not only certified by recognized international laboratories but also by an official, reputable body in the UAE will ensure customers are protected throughout their buying experience at Damas.”  - TradeArabia News Service