In this world of advanced technology it is almost impossible to simply look at a diamond and determine whether it is real or not – especially if you don’t know much about diamonds. There are some steps that you can take to avoid buying a fake diamond, however.
First, only deal with reputable jewelers, and when you find a reputable jeweler, stick with them. Avoid buying diamonds or other jewelry from jewelers that you have never dealt with before in the past. Ask to see the certificate for the stone. If no certificate
exists, walk away.
Look at the setting that the stone is in. Fake diamonds, such as zirconias, are usually set in low quality metals. Take a close look at
the stone. Fake diamonds are not durable
– natural diamonds, on the other hand,
are the most durable stone on the planet.
Look for scratches or nicks.
After purchasing a diamond, take it to another jeweler for appraisal. In fact, take
it to two or three other jewelers for an
appraisal to make sure that the
appraisals are all fairly close. If you
find that you have purchased a fake
diamond, you may be accused of making a
switch when you return to the store of
your purchase; therefore, it is important to have a certificate for the diamond. No two stones are alike.
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