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How to Spot a Fake Diamond

Don’t be left clueless when it comes to fake jewelry! Here are some tips on how to know whether a diamond is real or not.

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How to Spot a Fake Diamond

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  1. How to Spot a Fake Diamond

  2. The Breath Test Instruction: Take the piece of diamond in your hands and breathe into it as if you are trying to fog your bathroom mirror.

  3. The Breath Test Result: If the stone turns cloudy and retains some of the moisture, it is most probably fake.

  4. The Sandpaper Test Instruction: Try rubbing sandpaper on the stone. Rubbing sandpaper on the stone shouldn’t damage it.

  5. The Sandpaper Test Result: If you see a single scratch, you might be dealing with a fake diamond (e.g. Cubic Zirconia)

  6. The Sparkle Test Instruction: Hold the diamond in the light and see how it sparkles.

  7. The Sparkle Test Result: If the inside of the stone shows rainbow colors, you're probably looking at a fake diamond.

  8. Refractivity Test Instruction: Take your stone and put it upside down on a piece of newspaper.

  9. Refractivity Test Result: If you can see the letters through the stone it's probably a fake one.

  10. The Mounting Test Instruction: Check the stone's mounting.

  11. The Mounting Test Take note: A valuable diamond is unlikely placed in a poor-quality metal. It is usually in gold or platinum bands, with the karat visible in the inner part of the metal.

  12. Important note: The best way to determine the authenticity of a diamond is to bring it to a Gemologist. Try to find one in your local area or antique dealer, as they may have recommendations.

  13. Do you have a diamond you’d like appraised? Come visit Biltmore Loan at our 2 store locations in Arizona. To learn more tips on Jewelry, Antiques and other collectibles, visit our site: www.biltmoreloanandjewelry.com 480-991-5626 85254 480-705-5626 670 N 54th St, Chandler, AZ 85226 10830 N Scottsdale Rd, Scottsdale, AZ

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