In this world of advanced technology it is almost impossible to simply look at a diamond and determine whether it is real or not – especially if you don’t know much about diamonds. There are some steps that you can take to avoid buying a fake diamond,however.

First, only deal with reputable jewelers, and when you find a reputable jeweler, stick with them. Avoid buying diamonds or other jewelry from jewelers that you have never dealt with before in the past. Ask to see the certificate for the stone. If no certificate exists, walk away.

14K Yellow Gold Diamond Three Stone Pendant With Chain Price: 1,389.99This 14k yellow gold diamond pendant makes a great addition to any jewelry collection and can be worn on many occasions. This pendant is channel set with 3 round shape diamonds. The diamonds have a total carat weight of 0.75 carats. The diamonds are GHI color and SI-I1 clarity. The total metal weight of this pendant is 6.72 grams. This pendant is part of our 3 stone collection of jewelry.

Look at the setting that the stone is in. Fake diamonds, such as zirconias, are usually set in low quality metals. Take a close look at the stone. Fake diamonds are not durable – natural diamonds, on the other hand, are the most durable stone on the planet. Look for scratches or nicks.

After purchasing a diamond, take it to another jeweler for appraisal. In fact, take it to two or three other jewelers for an appraisal to make sure that the appraisals are all fairly close. If you find that you have purchased a fake diamond, you may be accused of making a switch when you return to the store of your purchase; therefore, it is important to have a certificate for the diamond. No two
stones are alike.

14K Yellow Gold Men’s Diamond Ring Price: 569.95This 14k yellow gold mens ring makes a great addition to any jewelry collection and can be worn on different occasions. This ring is bezel set with 1 round shape diamond. The diamonds have a total carat weight of 0.13 carats. The diamonds are GHI color and SI-I1 clarity. The total metal weight of this ring is 8.44 grams.