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How Diamonds Are Mined
We seldom think about how the diamonds we wear came to us. Natural diamonds, as opposed to synthetic diamonds or fake
diamonds, are mined from the earth. There are currently two methods of mining diamonds: Pipe Mining and Alluvial Mining.
When pipe mining is used, the diamonds are extracted from the earth through volcanic pipes. These are not man-made pipes. These are natural pipes in the ground. Shanks are put into the ground next to the pipes, and tunnels are driven into the deepest parts of the pipe. The diamonds are not sorted out at the mine. Instead, huge rocks that are full of diamonds are brought out of the mine and moved to a screening plant for separation.
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How to Spot A Fake Diamond
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.
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.
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