H.H. Sheikh Majid unveils world's first Arabic-language diamond certificate

The first such certificate was presented by H.H. Sheikh Majid bin Mohamed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, to Tamjid Abdullah, Deputy Managing Director of Damas Jewellery, for a 24-carat pear shaped diamond.

IDL, an initiative of Dubai Multi Commodities Centre, provides high-quality diamond certification services from its headquarters in the UAE, and branch offices in Antwerp and Mumbai. The Arabic-language certificate is an industry-first offering from IDL for Arab clients in the region and across the world.

"Creativity and customisation are of high strategic significance for IDL as they enable us to build on our service offering to better serve our clients," said Ahmed bin Sulayem, Vice Chairman of IDL. "With diamonds becoming increasingly popular in the Middle East region, the first ever Arabic language Diamond Certificate is an adequate representation of IDL's innovative services, and reflects our commitment to Arab consumers."

Tamjid Abdullah, Deputy Managing Director, Damas, said:

"Already the third-largest consumer of diamond jewellery in the world, the demand for diamonds in the Middle East is growing at a rapid pace. Arabic diamond certification services provided by IDL, will prove useful to traders and buyers alike in realising the true value of a priceless diamond."

He added: "We are extremely pleased to be the first retailer to provide this innovative service to our customers."

IDL's Arabic language certificates are recognised worldwide. For international trade purposes, the certificate mentions the diamond grade and colour in English, while the remaining aspects such as the weight, cut and clarity are listed in Arabic.