IDL Information

About IDL IDL, with ISO 17025:2017 accrediation, stands as a highly reputed, market leader, Gemology Laboratory based in Dubai, UAE. Established in 2007, IDL has cultivated a 18-year legacy, firmly establishing itself as a cornerstone in the global diamond and jewelry industry. At its core, IDL specializes in the meticulous testing, identification, and grading of a wide array of precious articles including gem stones, jewelry & diamonds- whether loose or mounted and its appraisal services. The organization is guided by distinguished figures, Dr. Francesco Natale, G.G. a world renowned gemologist who serves as the Laboratory Director and Mr. Shaunak Shastree, an accredited appraiser and industry veteran with 38 years of experience as the Managing Director. IDL is strategically located within Dubai's prominent Gold and Diamond Park- a free zone, coupled with its unique distinction as the sole Middle Eastern laboratory aggregated to the prestigious International Colored Stones Association (ICA). IDL serves an esteemed clientele comprising major jewelry chain retailers and consumers alike, a testament to the unparalleled trust and credibility its reports command within the market. Gemstone and Jewelry Assessment Services IDL provides highly specialized services for the comprehensive testing, identification, and grading of gemstones and jewelry. The laboratory is committed to adhering to the highest international grading standards of CIBJO- the global standards for the gems & jewelry industry, employing advanced technology and rigorous methodologies to ensure that every evaluation is precise and unbiased. IDL is reputed for it’s expertise in Gemstone reports- both in un-mounted & mounted conditions with precise identification of the species, variety, color grades, enhancements, treatments and most importantly origin. Recently IDL has also started offering appraisal & valuation services for the gems and jewelry industry a truly unique achievement for any gemology.