How can you tell if a diamond is genuine without professional tools?
While many gemstones may look similar, there are three reliable ways to verify a diamond's authenticity at home. First, genuine diamonds display exceptional brilliance, sparkling distinctively even in modest lighting conditions. When exposed to sunlight or lamplight, a real diamond will reflect light through all its facets with unique intensity.
The transparency test offers two methods: the fog test, where condensation from your breath should dissipate quickly on a real diamond, and the dot test, where a black dot viewed through a genuine diamond should appear blurry or invisible. Finally, diamonds possess remarkable hardness, capable of scratching glass, though testing this is not recommended to avoid potential damage to your jewelry.
For absolute certainty, consulting diamond experts like those at BAUNAT remains the most reliable option for authentication.