As early as 1893, there are already attempts in creating substitutes to diamonds. The first attempt to make a man made diamond was done by Frederic Henri Moissan which involved heating charcoal and adding pressure that caused changes from the graphite into a diamond. But it was 1979 when mass production of diamond imitations became possible.

They say that diamonds are a girls’ best friend, then you would have to care for your best friend right? It’s so great to have beautiful diamond jewelry which you can use for special and formal occasions. Although, diamonds are hard stones, it is still important to care for them to avoid any kind of scratches or damage.

Given very few exceptions, diamond jewelry is the world’s most expensive in its class. Even those diamond items that are small or flawed still cost more than the best of the other gems.

It is small wonder, then, that some people would capitalize on this and put out fakes to rip off the unwary and make a fast buck for themselves. How does one make sure one’s diamonds are real?