One of the most common questions that gemologists are asked is how to tell the difference between a real diamond and a fake stone. “We see a lot of estate jewelry that comes up in our line of business ...

Loose diamonds always raise suspicion of being real or fake. If the stone came with a certificate from the AGA or GIA, then one can be assured that it’s legit, however, when someone gifts you a ...

With 30 years in the business, jeweler Randy Lee can spot a fake diamond or confirm it is the real thing. He uses a loope, along with his education and experience to confirm whether a diamond is ...

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It’s nearly as hard as a diamond, boasts more brilliance and fire, costs a fraction as much and — get this — it can and has fooled many jewelers into thinking it was the real McCoy. Such a gem isn’t ...