How Can You Tell If Diamonds Are Real Or Fake?

Perhaps you're looking to see if some jewelry you've owned for a while has real diamonds, or you're looking to appraise some jewelry that has been passed down to you from a loved one. 

There are plenty of ways to test diamonds at home to see if they’re real or not, but the best way will always be to take them to jewelry stores.

The most efficient and effective way to test the legitimacy of a diamond is to purchase a diamond tester. There are plenty of models on the market, some being relatively affordable. If you own a lot of jewelry, it might be worth investing in one of these machines. 

Suppose you've never worked in a jewelry repair shop and you're not an expert in gemstones. In that case, it can be challenging to spot a genuine diamond compared to the commonly used moissanite or cubic zirconia. 

If you’re asking yourself how to tell if a diamond is real or fake and want a professional opinion, take it to your nearest jewelry store and ask them to confirm for you. 

Ways To Test Diamonds At Home

While these are not foolproof techniques, they can help determine whether or not your gem is real. 

  1. Setting & Mount

Your diamond should be constructed with the highest quality jewelry. Sometimes the ring will be marked with CZ if it's cubic zirconia.

  2. Water Test

Drop the gem into a glass of water. If it sinks, it's likely real. 

  3. UV Light Test

Most diamonds will glow blue under UV light, but not all of them do. 

  4. Fog Test

Hold your gem between your fingers and breathe on it. If the fog dissipates quickly, it's likely real. 

  5. The Dot Test

Put a dot on a blank paper. If you can see a perfect circle when placing the diamond over it, it's fake. A real diamond will refract the light. You can also do this with a newspaper. 

  6. The Sparkle Test

Place your gem under a lamp and inspect the way it sparkles. Real diamonds will clearly sparkle and do it well.

How Can I Ensure I'm Getting A Real Diamond?

If you're looking for the best quality jewelry in Arcadia, look no further than Dorano Jewelry. We're diamond experts, and when you purchase with us, you'll receive all the certifications you need to prove your new pieces are real. 

We may be a small business, but we've been around for decades, and we have been successful because of the satisfaction of our clients. 

If you are in the market and local to Arcadia for jewelry repair, custom designs, selling your old jewelry, or looking for an expert opinion on your gemstones, we can help. 

Our appraisal process is thorough and detailed, and we can give you plenty of information about your jewelry. For the best service in Arcadia, come visit us or reach us at (626) 445-0005.