VD Global TRACE5™: From Rough to Verified Provenance
The VDG promise at a glance VD Global delivers provenance traceability across selected ranges, manufactured on our premises. Verification on Sarine Diamond Journey™; provenance published to De Beers Tracr. Why traceability matters now For luxury watch and jewellery maisons, provenance is a standard, not a slogan. Documented origin, auditable process data, and independent verification build confidence at the point of sale, simplify client service, and future-proof collections as expectations and regulations evolve. Introducing TRACE5 — VDG’s five-step provenance framework 1) Track — source & audit We document the origin at intake, match parcel carat weights, and confirm required certifications, such as the Kimberley Process (KP), to establish an auditable […]
How Smart Sorting Tech Builds Trust with Luxury Brands
As digital innovation transforms the diamond industry, traceability is no longer an option or add-on—it’s a requirement. At the same time, precision, efficiency, and market alignment are essential for manufacturers delivering at scale. Precision One area of rapid development is AI-driven grading and sorting, which enables manufacturers to move beyond the classic 4Cs toward a more nuanced, multi-dimensional evaluation of each stone. Modern systems now assess factors such as milkiness, fluorescence, black inclusions, and color tinge—subtle qualities that can impact a diamond’s value and appeal, especially in high-end settings. Technologies like Sarine’s second-generation platforms bring a new level of granularity to this process. These automated systems generate […]