IGI Opens Lab And Education Institute In Jaipur

(IDEX Online) – The International Gemological Institute (IGI) has launched its first testing laboratory and education institute in Jaipur, India, one of the most active and globally recognized gem and jewelry markets.

"The city enjoys a high reputation in the jewelry manufacturing trade and is counted among the most crucial centers internationally for cutting and polishing diamonds and colored gemstones, including precious and semi-precious stones," the IGI said in a statement.

"Known as home of the arts, the state of Rajasthan is reputed as India’s highest exporter of artistically cut stones – in fact, this hand-carving technique is one of the most unique in the industry and believed to be everlasting in nature.

Previously, Jaipur-area manufacturers and retailers received service from the IGI’s New Delhi headquarters. The Institute’s launch in Jaipur "was a strategic decision in response to the demand and ever-increasing potential of this market".

Located on M.I. Road, one of the city’s main thoroughfares, the new independent center will serve clients from Rajasthan and North India.

In addition to the Institute’s full range of grading reports, IGI’s comprehensive colored stone reports will be a key offering as Jaipur is known for the manufacture of precious and semi-precious stones. Similarly, the IGI School of Gemology will provide education to manufacturers, retailers and jewelry enthusiasts in the area. 

The Jaipur laboratory is IGI’s ninth in India, after Mumbai, Kolkata, New Delhi, Hyderabad, Surat, Ahmedabad, Thrissur and Chennai.

“We are delighted to expand into an area that holds such a strong, historic connection with the industry,” said IGI India Managing Director Tehmasp Printer. “Jaipur has always been a major market for us, which we have previously served through our New Delhi branch. In recent years, we have contemplated a venture into Jaipur and are pleased it has finally happened.”