| In this world of advanced technology it isalmost | | | | low quality metals. Take a close look at thestone. |
| impossible to simply look at adiamond and | | | | Fake diamonds are not durable –natural |
| determine whether it is real ornot – especially | | | | diamonds, on the other hand, are themost durable |
| if you don’t know muchabout diamonds. | | | | stone on the planet. Look forscratches or nicks. |
| There are some steps thatyou can take to avoid | | | | After purchasing a diamond, take it toanother |
| buying a fake diamond,however. | | | | jeweler for appraisal. In fact, take itto two or |
| First, only deal with reputable jewelers, andwhen | | | | three other jewelers for an appraisalto make sure |
| you find a reputable jeweler, stick withthem. | | | | that the appraisals are all fairlyclose. If you find |
| Avoid buying diamonds or otherjewelry from | | | | that you have purchased afake diamond, you |
| jewelers that you have neverdealt with before in | | | | may be accused ofmaking a switch when you |
| the past. Ask to see thecertificate for the stone. | | | | return to the storeof your purchase; therefore, it |
| If no certificate exists,walk away. | | | | is important tohave a certificate for the diamond. |
| Look at the setting that the stone is in. | | | | No twostones are alike. |
| Fakediamonds, such as zirconias, are usually setin | | | | |