How to spot fake diamonds, according to an expert

Thinking of investing in some diamond jewellery but not sure if what you're looking at is genuine? 'The tricks of the trade are too numerous to mention', says Andrew Coxon, President of the De Beers Institute of Diamonds, who knows a thing or two about diamonds having worked in the industry for over 50 years Here, Andrew shares his top tips for buying diamonds to ensure their authenticity.Trust your gut feeling 'All beautifully cut and polished diamonds should show great visual excitement to the wearer and be something they do not want to let go In my experience, affordable becomes expensive when it comes to diamonds and unless you are an expert, you will only discover this when you try to sell it later on.

Ask to see the paperwork 'A reputable jeweller should always provide you with the GIA certificate, which is the proof of what the diamond is as well a promise on company letterhead that the diamond has been ethically sourced and is also conflict free All of our solitaire diamonds above 0.2 carats are microscopically inscribed with this microdot carrying the De Beers logo as well as a unique number attributed to that specific diamond Diamonds need to be treated carefully and the setting can help to protect it.

'If you have been lucky enough to inherit a De Beers Jewellers diamond, the De Beers Marque will be able to provide all the information you need as it is recorded on the De Beers Register of Diamonds in Old Bond Street, London. . Source