What does Stone Paper refer to in diamond handling?

• A. A folded paper that comes in standard sizes used to hold and protect diamonds, as well as organize diamond inventory.
• B. A protective card used only for display.
• C. A digital document system for tracking stones.
• D. A glass case for storing gemological tools.

Answer: (C)

Stone Paper is a digital document system used to track diamonds. It creates a unique identifier for each stone and links it to certificate data, measurements, and its status as it moves through the supply chain. This setup allows real-time updates, an auditable history, and streamlined inventory management across labs, dealers, and retailers. It isn’t a physical folded paper, a display card, or a glass storage case; it’s an electronic record that accompanies the stone and can be accessed by authorized parties to verify identity and provenance. That makes a digital tracking system the best description.