No Takers for The Largest Emerald Gemstone

According to the trade experts this giant emerald, "Teodora" which literally means Gift of God, had so many red flags. The first one is that how is it that this huge watermelon-sized gem weighing 11.5 kilograms was far larger than other large emeralds, is not kept in any museum.

Another loophole was the very sketchy story of the discovery of this emerald. According to owner of this gemstone it was found by a farmer in Brazil and cut in India but these details have not been authenticated in giving rise to doubts. Some experts have even raised a doubt why it was being auctioned in Kelowna, and not in New York or London.

This incident highlights that it is difficult to figure out a fake gem. So, to avoid being scammed when you are buying diamonds, rubies, sapphires and emeralds, you should know what to look for in terms of color and cut.

To avoid being scammed avoid going for deals that look too good to be true. If the gemstone has uneven color it may be fake gem and the uneven color could mean a poor dye or paint job. The best way to ensure that you are getting a good deal is to ask the dealer or jeweler what type of gem you are purchasing. A reliable dealer will tell you upfront about the quality of the stone that is whether it is a natural gem or an imitation and synthetic stone. Additionally you can also pay to have your gem evaluated. For this you have the dealer or jeweler test the gem to see if it is real and provide a certificate of authenticity. You can also have your gem independently appraised before making a purchase.