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We are experiencing some technical difficulties with today's episode, so instead I thought I would share two clips that were previously cut for time. In these clips, Dana Grodin and Alison McLaney, both of Gemcor and Digipraise, answer our burning questions about diamonds, lab-grown and natural. I'll re-insert their introduction before we hop into the clips, but the rest of the material has never appeared on this feed before. You might have caught it if you subscribe to our YouTube channel, so if you like these quick hits head over there for more. Notable Timestamps
[ 00:50 ] - Introducing Dana Grodin & Ali McLaney of Gemcor & Digipraise.
[ 03:33 ] - Beginning of the clip "I Didn't Think a Diamond Could Chip!" Although diamond is the strongest material known to mankind, it has weak points and structural bonds, meaning hardness does not equate to avoidance of chips.
[ 05:00 ] - The myth of a "flawless" diamond is common, but most diamonds have clarity characteristics (crystals/clouds) that act as weak points visible under magnification.
[ 06:15 ] - Gemcor determines if an imperfection breaks the surface, constituting damage, and investigates if the damage is new or pre-existing, noting mounting condition.
[ 08:53 ] - Beginning of the clip "What is a Lab-Grown Diamond?" Lab grown diamonds are chemically and physically identical to natural diamonds. LGDs have exploded in popularity, now representing 50% of engagement ring sales.
[ 09:45 ] - Unlike natural diamonds created over millions of years, LGDs are grown in a lab in about 30 days, resulting in them being thousands of dollars less expensive.
[ 10:45 ] - Differentiation between natural and lab grown diamonds requires very high-quality, specialized equipment because standard diamond testers and visual inspection fail.
[ 12:00 ] - Ethically, all lab grown diamonds should have a laser inscription (e.g., LG) on the girdle, but vendors sometimes omit this marking, creating significant disclosure risk.
[ 16:18 ] - Brennan provides a brief conclusion.
Your PLRB Resources
Podcast Episode: "You Can't Salvage My Mother's Ring!" https://youtu.be/Ijph_AuQZq4
Podcast Episode: The Lab-Grown Mismatch: One Earring, One Surprise https://youtu.be/zp8UUIqQ9Q0
Employees of member companies also have access to a searchable legal database, hundreds of hours of video trainings, building code materials, weather data, and even the ability to have your coverage questions answered by our team of attorneys (https://www.plrb.org/ask-plrb/) at no additional charge to you or your company.
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Sponsorship
PLRB thanks SERVPRO Restoration for its Diamond Sponsorship of the 2025 Claims Conference. "The #1 Choice in Cleanup and Restoration We have more than 50 years of experience in the cleanup and restoration industry." Visit servpro.com!
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The views and opinions expressed in this resource are those of the individual speaker and not necessarily those of the Property & Liability Resource Bureau (PLRB), its membership, or any organization with which the presenter is employed or affiliated. The information, ideas, and opinions are presented as information only and not as legal advice or offers of representation. Individual policy language and state laws vary, and listeners should rely on guidance from their companies and counsel as appropriate.
Music: "Piece of Future" by Keyframe_Audio. Pixabay. Pixabay License. Font: Metropolis by Chris Simpson. SIL OFL 1.1. Icons: FontAwesome (SIL OFL 1.1) and Noun Project (royalty-free licenses purchased via subscription). Sound Effects: Pixabay (Pixabay License) and Freesound.org (CC0).
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We are experiencing some technical difficulties with today's episode, so instead I thought I would share two clips that were previously cut for time. In these clips, Dana Grodin and Alison McLaney, both of Gemcor and Digipraise, answer our burning questions about diamonds, lab-grown and natural. I'll re-insert their introduction before we hop into the clips, but the rest of the material has never appeared on this feed before. You might have caught it if you subscribe to our YouTube channel, so if you like these quick hits head over there for more. Notable Timestamps
[ 00:50 ] - Introducing Dana Grodin & Ali McLaney of Gemcor & Digipraise.
[ 03:33 ] - Beginning of the clip "I Didn't Think a Diamond Could Chip!" Although diamond is the strongest material known to mankind, it has weak points and structural bonds, meaning hardness does not equate to avoidance of chips.
[ 05:00 ] - The myth of a "flawless" diamond is common, but most diamonds have clarity characteristics (crystals/clouds) that act as weak points visible under magnification.
[ 06:15 ] - Gemcor determines if an imperfection breaks the surface, constituting damage, and investigates if the damage is new or pre-existing, noting mounting condition.
[ 08:53 ] - Beginning of the clip "What is a Lab-Grown Diamond?" Lab grown diamonds are chemically and physically identical to natural diamonds. LGDs have exploded in popularity, now representing 50% of engagement ring sales.
[ 09:45 ] - Unlike natural diamonds created over millions of years, LGDs are grown in a lab in about 30 days, resulting in them being thousands of dollars less expensive.
[ 10:45 ] - Differentiation between natural and lab grown diamonds requires very high-quality, specialized equipment because standard diamond testers and visual inspection fail.
[ 12:00 ] - Ethically, all lab grown diamonds should have a laser inscription (e.g., LG) on the girdle, but vendors sometimes omit this marking, creating significant disclosure risk.
[ 16:18 ] - Brennan provides a brief conclusion.
Your PLRB Resources
Podcast Episode: "You Can't Salvage My Mother's Ring!" https://youtu.be/Ijph_AuQZq4
Podcast Episode: The Lab-Grown Mismatch: One Earring, One Surprise https://youtu.be/zp8UUIqQ9Q0
Employees of member companies also have access to a searchable legal database, hundreds of hours of video trainings, building code materials, weather data, and even the ability to have your coverage questions answered by our team of attorneys (https://www.plrb.org/ask-plrb/) at no additional charge to you or your company.
Subscribe to this Podcast
Your Podcast App - Please subscribe and rate us on your favorite podcast app
YouTube - Please like and subscribe at @plrb
LinkedIN - Please follow at "Property and Liability Resource Bureau"
Send us your Scenario!
Please reach out to us at 630-509-8704 with your scenario! This could be your "adjuster story" sharing a situation from your claims experience, or a burning question you would like the team to answer. In any case, please omit any personal information as we will anonymize your story before we share. Just reach out to [email protected].
Sponsorship
PLRB thanks SERVPRO Restoration for its Diamond Sponsorship of the 2025 Claims Conference. "The #1 Choice in Cleanup and Restoration We have more than 50 years of experience in the cleanup and restoration industry." Visit servpro.com!
Legal Information
The views and opinions expressed in this resource are those of the individual speaker and not necessarily those of the Property & Liability Resource Bureau (PLRB), its membership, or any organization with which the presenter is employed or affiliated. The information, ideas, and opinions are presented as information only and not as legal advice or offers of representation. Individual policy language and state laws vary, and listeners should rely on guidance from their companies and counsel as appropriate.
Music: "Piece of Future" by Keyframe_Audio. Pixabay. Pixabay License. Font: Metropolis by Chris Simpson. SIL OFL 1.1. Icons: FontAwesome (SIL OFL 1.1) and Noun Project (royalty-free licenses purchased via subscription). Sound Effects: Pixabay (Pixabay License) and Freesound.org (CC0).