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Our Mission

Our success is in our mission

We seek to supply finely made, high quality diamonds ideally suited to our customers’ needs at the lowest possible price. We assess the interests and needs of each customer and then help, coach and even teach them the fine points of quality/value (Q/V) evaluation that many competitors avoid. We then produce the diamond that ideally fits the customer’s needs.

A combination of the procurement methods we use, our low operating costs and financial management skills account for our ability to supply the diamond at the lowest possible price. As a consumer oriented organization, we seek to maintain and expand our company based on sound principles of customer satisfaction, fast and friendly service and quality/value pricing. Our consumer commitment is evidenced by the fine jewelry course we teach at Northern Virginia Community College. The more you know as a consumer the faster you will become an IGS customer and the more you will get from your investment.

A little history….

About nine years ago and after a 20-plus year career of wholesale and cutting gemstones for jewelers, my newly college graduated son (you will come to know as Ed Jr.) and I took a long, hard and critical look at the jewelry industry.

We found that particularly in the area of diamonds, many people who were not gemstone experienced were involved in selling. It would be difficult, we reasoned, for the average consumer to recognize this. In many cases, we actually wondered how and why these people were selling diamonds. Furthermore, the purchase of a diamond being 90% emotional, it was unlikely that consumers would ever discover this. It meant, customers were receiving advice based upon how these non-expert “dealers” had anticipated making a sale, not upon the customer’s best interest.

Our market evaluation revealed lots of low quality diamonds being sold for prices ranging from low to unreasonably high and there were fine, ideal cut diamonds selling for very high prices or for deceptively discounted prices. Many “dealers’ were listing thousands of diamonds that weren’t even theirs. In fact, some were ours!

Hence, confronted by a marketplace with many untrained sellers and a void of sharply priced, fine quality and finely cut diamonds, our mission became clear. We would control overhead costs to the lowest possible level, we would broker and/or opportunistically purchase selected diamonds from cutting connections our international experiences taught us and offer them to the public at cost plus a small profit margin.

Initially, we had to convince prospective customers of our legitimacy because our prices were so much lower than those they were able to find elsewhere. Now we proudly boast 3rd and fourth level referrals from customers so satisfied they had to tell their friends. Referrals have become a major part of our business.

There you have it! We are dedicated to make fine diamonds within the reach of all budgets; if you find another firm who does it better we’d like to know and until such time we will continue our proud claim…

“Nobody does diamonds better.”

Testimonial

I recently bought an engagement ring and wedding band at IGS Inc in Vienna and had a great experience. Ed Jr found and helped me decide on a loose cushion cut diamond and then IGS custom made a setting for me based on a photo from a designer ring company. The ring is stunning and the price came in well below what the designer ring would have cost. My fiance absolutely loves it and constantly gets compliments on it. A big THANK YOU to Ed Jr and IGS!!! -Kevin
- Highly recommended
I recently bought a wedding ring for my fiance, as of last week, and I can't tell you how thankful I was to be referred to IGS to buy my ring. Having been around for over 30 years, they knew all the answers to my questions. They didn't push into a sale, and they custom designed a beautiful 1.2carat cushion-cut with a 14 white gold shank and platinum setting head diamond ring. each shank side has full cut diamonds weighing .12ct for a total of 8. . ...
- Wedding ring
I just bought an engagement ring there after shopping at Jared and Mervis and let me tell you for what I paid I was able to get a better quality ring and also a bigger diamond then what I would have paid at the aforementioned other places. I would highly recommend taking the time to go visit this store before you make a very important choice as I know I could not be happier.
- Engagement ring
I have been going to IGS in Vienna for about 8 years. I have found Ed to be fabulous, very knowledgeable, and his on-site jewelry repair and manufacturing is spectacular. I have a 40 year old West Point 18K class ring that need to be enlarged; IGS did a wonderful, flawless job. When my daughter got engaged, IGS custom made both wedding bands, matching my daughter's beautiful engagement ring perfectly! And they are about half the cost of the BIG, IMPERSONAL jewelry stores. Could not recommend IGS...
- IGS did a wonderful, flawless job
I was impressed enough that I knew it would be my first and last stop when I was in the market. Five years later, that was the case. After I did my research online, I went in with my specs and they were able to exceed my requirements on the 4 C's at a really good price. The process was painless, to boot. I will continue to shop there personally and have been recommending them as "my jewelry guys" to friends.
- Excellent service and prices
My experience with IGS has been excellent. Both Ed Sr. and Ed Jr. are enthusiastic, knowledgeable, and friendly. They are straight talkers that do everything they can to make you happy so that you become a repeat customer. I recommend them to all of my friends and would recommend them to anyone. I would never buy jewelry anywhere else.
- Very Professional, Excellent Service
I would highly recommend IGS. They only deal with the best GIA certified diamonds. You won't find any of those shady certifications other local and chain jewelers try to push on you. I would especially recommend them if you are looking for something custom. Their jewelry maker Felix is top notch. He made the perfect ring and we'll be getting our bands made by him to match. Great job guys!
- I wouldn't go anywhere else for a diamond!
I worked with Eddy to get my fiance a ring for engagement. Eddy and the rest of the staff were incredible helpful, available and fielded a wide variety of all of my questions. I would recommend them to anyone!
- I would recommend them to anyone!
Ed and Ed Sr. Run the jewelry store. They are top notch. They designed a custom weeding band for my fianc that is amazing. Everyone at the wedding was awed by its uniqueness. Go with these guys!
- UNIQUE
IGS made the engagement ring and matching wedding bands for my wife. From the beginning, where we determined the size and the C's of the diamond, to designing the setting, to the final product, IGS' expertise was evident. Beyond the dealing with experts, the craftsmanship in the rings is incredible. Absolutely beautiful work and superb quality. Subsequently, I had IGS make some earrings for my wife, which were just a beautiful as the rings. In the future, anytime I am looking for anything with...
- Great for Diamonds
I recently purchased a diamond engagement ring from Ed Jr. at IGS, based on an enthusiastic referral from a friend at work, and I couldn??t be more pleased with the outcome. Ed found a great selection of loose stones based on the initial criteria I gave him. He helped me pick out a fantastic diamond and platinum setting that were at a better price and of a higher quality than anything I saw in my extensive research on internet sites like Blue Nile and James Allen. The word ??stunning? is what my...
- Great Experience
Wonderful people, service, and products. Ed was so personable, understanding, and helpful - something you will not get at a chain store. You can't go wrong with IGS.
- WONDERFUL Service and Product
If you are looking for a large shop full of jewelry to try on...hit the mall. But if you know what you want and are ready to buy, visit IGS and they will take care of you. Their service is unsurpassed and they deliver what they say they deliver - on time. The jewelry I've purchased there has been exactly as promised and in the vein of 'trust but verify' the independent appraisals I've had done confirm that I got exactly what I paid for. The customer service here is wonderful...not like the...
- Look elsewhere, but buy here
I went to IGS as a recommendation from a friend and I will never go anywhere else for jewelry again. I highly recommend them for engagement and wedding rings, as well as any other custom jewelry needs you may have. Great prices and outstanding quality!
- Amazing place for diamond jewelry!
Thanks again to you and Ed Jr. for all you have done. Karyn absolutely loves it. You guys helped me look like a star!
- Karyn loves it
The diamond is beautiful. Thanks for all your help. I know I was probably more picky than most. I will certainly send along future business.
- Diamond is beautiful
I had your diamond appraised yesterday by a local jeweler who used to work for the GIA Trade Laboratory. The diamond you sent me was exactly what you promised and looks absolutely gorgeous!
- Exactly as promised
Thanks for everything. You can be assured that I will recommend you to my friends.
- Will recommend to friends
The wedding bands are spectacular. Teri absolutely loves hers! It is exactly what she envisioned. I am truly grateful.
- Spectacular wedding bands
Wow! I love my ring! Thanks for a great find.
- Great find
Wow! I love my ring. Thanks for a great find.
- Love My Ring
As always, you have exceeded my expectations. I love the earrings. You guys are the greatest!
- Expectations exceeded

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VA 22180
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