How To Spot A Real Or A Fake Diamond

If you want to check that the diamond ring given to you as a gift is genuine, or you are purchasing a diamond ring and want to check its authenticity, there are a few simple tests you can do to put your mind at rest.

How To Spot A Real Or A Fake Diamond

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First of all, it is worth noting that 99.9% of real diamonds have tiny imperfections, which is what makes each one special and unique, and fake diamonds are usually perfect!

Imperfections

To check for imperfections, you will need a 10x magnifying glass, or a professional loupe. Using the enlarging lens on the highest setting, check the stone for black spots, fractures and air bubbles. This can be quite difficult if you don’t know what you’re looking for and so it may be worth getting a second opinion.

The finish

Another thing to look out for is the finish of the diamond. Real diamonds will have been cut professionally and therefore have sharp edges, whereas fake diamonds are often made using a mould so produce a smoother finish. However, fake diamonds made of glass, can have sharp edges, so don’t be fooled.

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Hallmark

Checking the hallmark has long been a reliable way to check the quality of jewellery and a real diamond is always set in a gold ring. Traditional weddings are proving as popular as ever, with yet another royal wedding recently hitting the headlines. Companies such as https://www.comparethediamond.com/wedding-rings/diamond-scatter-wedding-rings have a variety of beautiful diamond scatter wedding rings.

Craftmanship

Another thing to check for is the craftsmanship. A professional jewellery maker will ensure the setting is perfect, so any badly fitting stones should ring alarm bells.

Simple tests

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