So how can you detect a fake diamond? With millions of inconvenience today, one must be extremely careful. Here is an article that can help you avoid fake diamonds.
1. More information about the 4 Cs
There are 4 diamonds languages. C is the first carat weight. The diamonds have a unique weight measurement from other stones. The second C is color. Like how the movie "Blood Diamond" color diamonds with different values. The third C is clarity. How clear is your diamond? Is an indicator of authenticity? C is the final cut.
2. Buy only from reputable jewelry stores
Reduce your chances of being doped in the purchase of a false reality, by selecting jewelry store that has a name. Renowned jewelry stores to protect their commercial interests through the delivery of the goods. The chances of them risking their credibility to the sale of counterfeits are low.
3. Inquire about the authenticity of the stone
Assess the knowledge of the jewelry which encouraged the sale of rock for you. Do you know what you're talking about? Does your speech agree with your foot? the suspect and secure, which is a warning sign. Keep your wallet and take extra precautions with their relationship with him.
4. Check the clarity of the stone
Place the stone on the side of small print, like a newspaper or anything with small print. Try reading through the diamond. If you can, is a positive indicator that the stone has is authentic. A blurred image is not a good sign. Be careful.
5. Check your diamond for scratches
Diamonds are one of the most stones in the world. It is almost indestructible and is very durable. Some use their properties for drilling in hard surfaces. Your stone should not be scratched. Having scratched it is a bad indicator.
6. Ask a weighting scale
Moissanite stones that look very similar to real diamonds weighing twice as much as a real diamond of equal size. Weight is a good measure to determine if the stone you are buying is a fake if you have a diamond the size of equal weight for comparison.
7. Breathe directly on the stone
Ever wonder why jewel appraisers breathe more diamonds in the films? Before use to think it was just to clarify that the stone from dirt, but it has a purpose. If you breathe directly on the diamond, the fog immediately clears appearance. A hazy appearance that lasted more than 5 seconds is a bad sign that the stone is wrong.
8. Inspect mounting and adjustment
Cheap stones are mounted on cheap inferior material. So try to ask the jewelry, if the setting is made of gold and how high is the carat that must be at least 18K. Remember the cheap things from cheap materials.
9. Is diamond jewelry offering a certificate?
Genuine diamonds are authenticated with a certificate by the Gemological Institute. So when you buy a diamond, to request a certificate.
10. Have valued the diamond
Get a second opinion. Have a professional evaluate your stone to confirm its authenticity.
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Buying Diamond Tips (2)
It is likely that buying a diamond ring to intimidate May. You may have no idea what you should be looking out for when buying a ring. Here, let's take a closer look at some things you should consider before deciding to buy a diamond ring.
Cut
One thing that can determine how any one is beautiful diamond cut diamond. The most ideal diamond should not be too superficial, because the light faded the bottom, but it should not be too deep because the light escapes at the sides, causing a darker effect. An ideal diamond is reflected all the light it captures.
Carat weight
One thing you need to take into consideration when you decide to buy a diamond is the carat weight. Carat is the weight of the dough on a scale of diamonds, and it really has nothing to do with the actual size of the diamonds. One of the main reasons are as important carats because it is determined what can and can not afford - diamonds with a higher carat weight are more expensive.
Clarity
How clear a diamond is can also determine how it will be beautiful. Diamonds, which are the most obvious, tend to be more expensive, as are most in demand. Are a set of standards that are used to describe the clarity of a diamond. For example, FL, IF diamonds are the clearest there are. Very few diamonds have absolutely no flaws. They are more expensive. 11, 12 and 13 are less clear-cut diamonds, as well as less expensive.
Color
Another very important factor of the diamond is its color. For color, we mean what they seem to have a touch. There is a scale in which diamonds may fall on the colors. For example, diamonds that are among the range of D and F are colorless. Diamonds which fall within G and J are near colorless. Diamonds between K and N are faint yellow. Diamonds from O and R are very light yellow, while the diamonds between T and Z are light yellow. "Fantasy" colored diamonds, which can be found on the color scale between Z and to include bright yellows, pinks and blues. Normally, most of the diamonds somewhere in between the colors of light yellow and faint yellow.
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Buying Diamond Tips
Buy a diamond is one of the most expensive purchase you will make. How to get a quality diamond for the money and how to care for the diamonds, about diamond treatments and how to protect yourself.
4C's of Diamond Quality
Diamonds are graded by four characteristics: cut, carat (weight), clarity, and color. All four of these properties determine how much a diamond is worth.
* Cut - What is the proportion of the diamond? Round brilliant diamonds are commonly cut with 58 facets. The better proportioned these facets are on the diamond, the more light will be reflected back to the viewer's eye. This is extremely important. When cut properly, the diamond will sparkle more. Diamond cuts are measured by the table percentage, so always ask for it. A good table percentage is between 55-60%. Cut also refers to the shape such as: round, pear, and oval.
If you are having a diamond mounted, write down the measurements of your stone. Measurements never change. Measure the stone after it is mounted and verify that it matches the appraisal and/or certificate.
* Carat - How big is the diamond? Larger diamonds often cost more per carat due to their size. There are 100 points to a carat. Hence a 50 point diamond is 1/2 a carat. (There are 5 carats to a gram.) Always get the actual point size of a diamond rather than a fractional weight. Sometimes jewelers will try to sell a .90 diamond as a 1 carat diamond. A .90 diamond should be substantially less expensive.
* Clarity - How clear is the stone? Clarity ranges from flawless (perfect) to I (included). Here is a chart:
Flawless: perfect inside and out
Internally Flawless: may have minor blemishes on the outside
VVS1, VVS2: have very very small inclusions. VVS1 inclusions can only be seen through the pavilion. VVS2 inclusions are more visible.
VS1, VS2: have very small inclusions. VS1 inclusions are harder to see than VS2.
SI1, SI2, SI3: have small inclusions
I1, I2, I3: have inclusions visible to the naked eye
* Color: Diamond colors generally range from D - X for white and yellow diamonds. D is the whitest. Around S they become "Fancy" yellow Diamonds. One can also find green, pink, red, blue and brown diamonds - though these are usually irradiated.
Be certain to ask: Do you guarantee the color and clarity of your stones? Many states allow dealers to be off by one color and/or one clarity.
How to Examine a Diamond
To accurately judge the quality of a diamond, it is advisable to use more than the naked eye. Here are common ways to examine a diamond.
* Microscope/Loop: To examine inclusions, one uses either a microscope or a 10x magnifying glass called a jeweler's loop. This enables one to see inclusions in stones. Most dealers will let you use theirs.
* Diamond Tester: A diamond tester uses light to verify that the stone you are examining is really a diamond. It does not guarantee quality -- just the type of stone. Most testers will still work when the stone is mounted.
* Certification: If you are unsure of your diamond knowledge or the jeweler you are buying from, get a certified Diamond. The best known and reliable certification is from GIA (Gemological Institute of America) or EGL (European Gemological Laboratory). Be aware that certificates will cost you an extra $100-$200 on average.
How Diamonds are Treated
Diamonds are often treated. If you are concerned about getting true value for your money, know what you are getting.
* Filled for clarity: Diamonds with inclusions are sometimes filled with glass to make them appear clearer. Yehuda Diamonds have undergone this treatment. Filler can be damaged by heat, ultrasonic cleaning, and by re-tipping. The filling does not repair the inclusion, it just makes it less visible.
If you look at a filled diamond closely, rotate it under light, you should be able to notice a bluish flash. Yehuda will usually refill your diamond for free if it is ever damaged. Check for guarantees before buying such a diamond.
* Irradiated for color: Can be affected by heat.
* Painted for color: Can be painted to offset a yellow tinge. The paint wears off rather quickly.
* Ask if the diamond you are considering buying is treated. Getting a notarized statement from your jeweler saying that your diamond in not treated is recommended. This is like having the jeweler swear under oath that to his/her knowledge that the diamond is not treated. Several states have disclosure acts requiring dealers to tell you about these treatments.
How to Care for your Diamonds
Diamonds are often thought to be unshatterable. Unfortunately, this is not the case. Here are some useful handling and care tips.
* Diamonds are brittle: If you hit a diamond hard, they WILL crack or chip if mishandled. Don't wear your diamond when doing rough work.
* Storage: Store diamonds separately. When stored with other jewelry, diamonds may scratch other jewelry (or each other).
* Cleaning: The best method for cleaning is a jeweler's polishing cloth. Most jewelers will clean your diamond ring for free if you are making another purchase in the store.
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4C's of Diamond Quality
Diamonds are graded by four characteristics: cut, carat (weight), clarity, and color. All four of these properties determine how much a diamond is worth.
* Cut - What is the proportion of the diamond? Round brilliant diamonds are commonly cut with 58 facets. The better proportioned these facets are on the diamond, the more light will be reflected back to the viewer's eye. This is extremely important. When cut properly, the diamond will sparkle more. Diamond cuts are measured by the table percentage, so always ask for it. A good table percentage is between 55-60%. Cut also refers to the shape such as: round, pear, and oval.
If you are having a diamond mounted, write down the measurements of your stone. Measurements never change. Measure the stone after it is mounted and verify that it matches the appraisal and/or certificate.
* Carat - How big is the diamond? Larger diamonds often cost more per carat due to their size. There are 100 points to a carat. Hence a 50 point diamond is 1/2 a carat. (There are 5 carats to a gram.) Always get the actual point size of a diamond rather than a fractional weight. Sometimes jewelers will try to sell a .90 diamond as a 1 carat diamond. A .90 diamond should be substantially less expensive.
* Clarity - How clear is the stone? Clarity ranges from flawless (perfect) to I (included). Here is a chart:
Flawless: perfect inside and out
Internally Flawless: may have minor blemishes on the outside
VVS1, VVS2: have very very small inclusions. VVS1 inclusions can only be seen through the pavilion. VVS2 inclusions are more visible.
VS1, VS2: have very small inclusions. VS1 inclusions are harder to see than VS2.
SI1, SI2, SI3: have small inclusions
I1, I2, I3: have inclusions visible to the naked eye
* Color: Diamond colors generally range from D - X for white and yellow diamonds. D is the whitest. Around S they become "Fancy" yellow Diamonds. One can also find green, pink, red, blue and brown diamonds - though these are usually irradiated.
Be certain to ask: Do you guarantee the color and clarity of your stones? Many states allow dealers to be off by one color and/or one clarity.
How to Examine a Diamond
To accurately judge the quality of a diamond, it is advisable to use more than the naked eye. Here are common ways to examine a diamond.
* Microscope/Loop: To examine inclusions, one uses either a microscope or a 10x magnifying glass called a jeweler's loop. This enables one to see inclusions in stones. Most dealers will let you use theirs.
* Diamond Tester: A diamond tester uses light to verify that the stone you are examining is really a diamond. It does not guarantee quality -- just the type of stone. Most testers will still work when the stone is mounted.
* Certification: If you are unsure of your diamond knowledge or the jeweler you are buying from, get a certified Diamond. The best known and reliable certification is from GIA (Gemological Institute of America) or EGL (European Gemological Laboratory). Be aware that certificates will cost you an extra $100-$200 on average.
How Diamonds are Treated
Diamonds are often treated. If you are concerned about getting true value for your money, know what you are getting.
* Filled for clarity: Diamonds with inclusions are sometimes filled with glass to make them appear clearer. Yehuda Diamonds have undergone this treatment. Filler can be damaged by heat, ultrasonic cleaning, and by re-tipping. The filling does not repair the inclusion, it just makes it less visible.
If you look at a filled diamond closely, rotate it under light, you should be able to notice a bluish flash. Yehuda will usually refill your diamond for free if it is ever damaged. Check for guarantees before buying such a diamond.
* Irradiated for color: Can be affected by heat.
* Painted for color: Can be painted to offset a yellow tinge. The paint wears off rather quickly.
* Ask if the diamond you are considering buying is treated. Getting a notarized statement from your jeweler saying that your diamond in not treated is recommended. This is like having the jeweler swear under oath that to his/her knowledge that the diamond is not treated. Several states have disclosure acts requiring dealers to tell you about these treatments.
How to Care for your Diamonds
Diamonds are often thought to be unshatterable. Unfortunately, this is not the case. Here are some useful handling and care tips.
* Diamonds are brittle: If you hit a diamond hard, they WILL crack or chip if mishandled. Don't wear your diamond when doing rough work.
* Storage: Store diamonds separately. When stored with other jewelry, diamonds may scratch other jewelry (or each other).
* Cleaning: The best method for cleaning is a jeweler's polishing cloth. Most jewelers will clean your diamond ring for free if you are making another purchase in the store.
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