How to Spot A Fake Diamond

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All About the Clarity of Diamonds

Clarity is an important aspect of a diamond, and it is important to know how to grade the clarity of a diamond before you buy one. It is actually quite easy to learn how to grade the clarity of a diamond. There are basically two
things that you must understand: Diamonds with visual inclusions and blemishes, and those that are 'eye clean' meaning that there are no inclusions or blemishes that can be seen with the naked eye. From there, the clarity of a diamond is further broken down into subcategories.

Many people mistakenly think that diamond clarity refers to how clear it is. This isn't so. Clarity actually refers to the internal and external imperfections of the diamond. The best diamonds, of course get a grade of FL or IF - Flawless or Internally Flawless - meaning that it is perfect. A grade of I-1, I-2 or I-3 means that the diamond is imperfect, with a grade of I-3 being the worst.

Other grades are VVS1 and VVS2, which means that the diamond is very, very slightly imperfect; VS1 and VS2, meaning the diamond is very slightly imperfect; SI-1 and SI-2, which means that the diamond is slightly imperfect.

How to Spot A Fake Diamond 

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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Listen, we wanted to tell you, we really did. But then we saw the look on your face, and how happy you were, so we thought we'd play along. Then you had to go show off, and brag to all your friends, and there was no turning back. Besides they look just like real diamonds, I mean, they fooled you didn't they?

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Attempts at imitating diamonds include the duplicates: cubic zirconia, moissanite, rhinestones, zircon, and white sapphires.

Cubic Zirconia or CZ do simulate the appearance of diamonds. They are the most widely used simulant. CZ exist in synthetic and natural forms. They can easily be detected using a thermal pen tester. Also, though they are very beautiful, they are too perfect. However with constant use, wear and tear on the edges will soon be visible. CZ are not as hard as diamond, being 7.5 to 8.0 in the Mohs Scale compared to diamond's 10.0, but are 75% heavier.

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