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Gemologists, grading professionals, researchers, educators, retailers, and students look to GIA Instruments for the tools they need to produce their highest quality work.

To order our featured products below, call 800-421-8161 or 760-603-4300. Or send us an order form.

Fax to: 760-603-4262
Mail to: GIA Instruments, 1949 Kellogg Avenue, Carlsbad, CA 92008-6582
E-mail: gemteam@gia.edu

For a complete offering of GIA instruments and books, or if you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us.

Download the GIA Instruments order form and place your order today.


GIA DLScope Professional


Grading professionals, laboratories, researchers and educators worldwide use this GIA microscope. Empower your gemologists to produce their highest quality work with this indispensable tool.

  • Digital 12V system eliminates spike & flicker irregularities which reduces eye fatigue
  • StereoZoom magnification from 10X to 64X
  • 47,000+ lux exceeds the needs for diamond examination while satisfying the requirements for colored gems
  • GIA-patented darkfield and brightfield illumination usind LCD intensity read-out for recall of the previous intensity setting
  • Wider stage promotes optimum wrist positioning and hand comfort and includes custom wire stoneholder
  • Three ports for mounting illumination accessories
  • Exclusive stationary power cord for 345º base rotation; 100V & 240V global electrical compatibility
#964000 - $4495.00

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GIA DLScope


Improve customer service and close more sales with the GIA DLScope. Designed for retailers, this quality microscope will showcase your expertise while effectively explaining the qualities of diamonds and gemstones to your customers.

  • Digital 12V system eliminates spike & flicker irregularities which reduces eye fatigue
  • StereoZoom magnification from 10X to 64X
  • 47,000+ lux exceeds the needs for diamond examination while satisfying the requirements for colored gems
  • GIA-patented darkfield and brightfield illumination usind LCD intensity read-out for recall of the previous intensity setting
  • Wider stage promotes optimum wrist positioning and hand comfort and includes custom wire stoneholder
  • Three ports for mounting illumination accessories
  • Exclusive stationary power cord for 345º base rotation; 100V & 240V global electrical compatibility
#964500 - $3995.00

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GIA DLScope Trinocular


This GIA microscope is the ultimate communication tool for increased sales. Video imaging makes your sales presentations professional and highly effective. Also invaluable for repairs at the take-in counter. The CCD Color Digital Video Camera and Video Camera Adaptor are sold separately.

  • Digital 12V system eliminates spike & flicker irregularities which reduces eye fatigue
  • StereoZoom magnification from 10X to 64X
  • 47,000+ lux exceeds the needs for diamond examination while satisfying the requirements for colored gems
  • GIA-patented darkfield and brightfield illumination using LCD intensity read-out for recall of the previous intensity setting
  • Wider stage promotes optimum wrist positioning and hand comfort and includes custom wire stoneholder
  • Three ports for mounting illumination accessories
  • Exclusive stationary power cord for 345º base rotation; 100V & 240V global electrical compatibility
#966500 - $4795.00

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CCD Color Digital Video Camera


Revolutionize your sales presentations with digital video images. Compatible with GIA DLScope Trinocular, the CCD Color Digital Video Camera has high resolution (768 x 494 active pixels) and is compact and lightweight for easy handling.

  • Small ½” digital signal processing CCD sensor
  • 3 lux sensitivity
  • Full motion video
  • No ghosting
  • NTSC S-Video output
  • Includes cable and power supply
  • Display monitor with S-Video connector required
#819003 120V - $1495.00
#819004 240V - $1495.00
#819005 Video Camera Adaptor - $195.00

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GIA PresentationScope


Showcase the details of diamonds and other gemstones with ease and simplicity by using a GIA PresentationScope. Its compact size is perfect for the sales counter.

  • Magnification: 10x only and 10x & 30x available
  • Adjustable darkfield illumination
  • Iris diaphragm for illumination control
  • Overhead spot illumination
  • Custom wire stoneholder
  • Rubber eyeguards
  • Universal 100V-240V for global electrical compatibility
#910000 10x magnification - $595.00
#910030 10x & 30x magnification - $795.00

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GIA Gem Identification Student Package


Developed with the Distance Education student in mind, this carefully selected package allows you to set up your own gem testing station at home. It includes the instruments you need for gem identification and on-going technical skills development.*

This package is excellent for:
  • Completing GIA Distance Education courses
  • Developing confidence in testing and identifying gems
  • Working freely, at your own convenience, outside of class
  • Having the basic tools for starting a new business
  • Advanced diamond and gem collecting
Included in the package are:
   A) Illuminator Polariscope™ with Interference Figure Sphere
   B) Hand-Held Diffraction Grating Spectroscope
   C) Calcite Dichroscope
   D) GIA PresentationScope™ with 10x & 30x magnification
   E) Duplex II Refractometer™ with Polarizing Filter and Refractive Index Liquid


*A 10 power corrected loupe may be used in lieu of a microscope to complete the gem identification portion of GIA’s gemology curriculum.
**Instruments are offered at the special price for the purchase of one set while enrolled at GIA.

#515000 - $1969.00** – A $268 savings when purchasing the Gem Identification Student Package

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Calcite Dichroscope


Simultaneously view gem's pleochroic colors in sharp contrast. Quickly separate doubly refractive stones like ruby from singly refractive stones like garnets and red spinels.

#427000 - $157.00

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Chelsea Color Filter


Helps identify certain green, red and blue stones. Detects dyes in certain gems like dyed green and blue chalcedony.

#496000 - $59.00

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GIA Duplex II Refractometer


Only refractometer designed to "Spot" read cabochons or small facets with diameters less than 1mm. Top of the line desk model with removable eyepiece magnifier that enlarges RI scale image. Hinged lid protects glass working area from dust & abrasion. Refer to affixed chart of most-used RI's. Polarizing Filter & RI liquid included.

#392000 - $850.00

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Diffraction Grating Spectroscope (Compact Unit)


Compact Unit Produces Clear Bright Spectra with Low Intensity Light. Lipstick-tube sized spectroscope has fixed focus and slit. There is also product #735050 which comes complete with stand.

#735032 - $95.00

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Gem Cloth


Lint-free fabric effectively removes oily film and dirt. Machine washable, long-lasting.

#543000 - $4.95

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10X Hand Loupe


Eliminate reflections on stone with black anodized frame. Includes leather case. With 18mm fully corrected triple lens.

#309000 - $45.00

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GIA Illuminator Polariscope


The GIA Illuminator Polariscope is the fastest way to test the optical properties of gemstones. Quickly determine whether translucent or transparent gems are singly or doubly refractive. Resolve optic character in doubly refractive gems, spot pleochroism, and detect diamond strain. Opening at front can double as light source. Includes interference figure sphere. Optional stoneholder mounts on both sides. Operates on 110v with a user changeable bulb.

#415000 - $340.00

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Refractive Index Liquid


Critical in gem identification. Required for use of the refractometer. Store in cool, dark place. Ten (10) gram bottle, product is NON-RETURNABLE / NON-REFUNDABLE.

#404000 - $69.00

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Medium Point Tweezers


Great for larger stones. Stainless steel finish.

#524000 - $27.00

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Diploma and Certificate Frames

Proudly display your GIA credentials in a GIA custom frame.


Please visit Graphic Awards to place you order.

For your convenience, here's the brochure and you can also print out an order form for your new custom frame.




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