DGSL has launched a structured insurance appraisal service for gems and jewellery, introducing a standardized approach to valuation documentation in the Indian market.

The service is positioned to address gaps in existing insurance documentation, where appraisal practices have often lacked uniform gemological and valuation standards. It integrates scientific analysis with internationally accepted methodologies to deliver consistent reporting.

DGSL stated that the appraisal reports will include gemstone identification and grading, market-aligned valuation approaches, high-resolution imaging, and defined replacement values tailored for insurance purposes.

The development comes as jewellery ownership in India evolves beyond traditional holdings to include high-value assets and collectible gemstones, increasing the need for transparent and standardized insurance documentation.

The service is designed to support insurers, financial institutions, jewellers, and individual clients by providing structured valuation frameworks for underwriting and claims processing. For retailers and manufacturers, it offers documented validation at the point of sale, supporting transparency and customer confidence.

In a related development, Atul Jain of DGSL has been inducted into the National Association of Jewelry Appraisers (NAJA). The organisation sets professional standards and ethical guidelines for jewellery appraisal globally.

Jain, a Graduate Gemologist with over four decades of experience, has worked across diamond grading, coloured gemstones, antique jewellery evaluation, and valuation advisory. His association with NAJA is expected to strengthen DGSL’s alignment with global appraisal protocols.

Commenting on the launch, Atul Jain said, “Jewellery today represents a unique intersection of heritage, investment, and personal legacy. As values rise, the need for precise, transparent, and globally compliant appraisal documentation becomes essential.”

DGSL, with over two decades in testing and certification, said the initiative expands its role into structured valuation and documentation within the jewellery ecosystem.