what do i look
for in ruby stone that tells me its real or fake
2007-01-19 06:04:48 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous in Beauty & Style ➔ Fashion & Accessories
go to a jewlry shop like zales or something...i think they do it for free.
2007-01-19 06:08:18 · answer #1 · answered by kristen r 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It is probably real. Rubies are comparatively cheap and if it's nicely set in would not be worth using a fake.
2007-01-19 06:13:58 · answer #2 · answered by Spiny Norman 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You can't with your naked eye. (Not even a gemologist can make a "sight" identification with accuracy). Tests and equipment are required that the average person without training does not have. The best way to avoid getting burned is to stick with well established firms or deal with individuals with credentials -- and who have a money-back guarantee for the authenticity of their goods.
2007-01-19 06:14:05 · answer #3 · answered by sugarbud 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Check the hardness, scratch quartz or easily scratch glass.
Diamond= 10
Emerald= 9
ruby/Sapphire= 8
quartz= 7
glass= 5 or 6
2007-01-19 06:15:49 · answer #4 · answered by jimmymae2000 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You may find the information you want at the GIA site. GIA stands for Gemological Institute of America. Here is a link to their site
http://www.igiworldwide.com/
2007-01-19 06:41:50 · answer #5 · answered by guyotgirl 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Go to a jeweller
2007-01-20 09:39:45 · answer #6 · answered by lonely as a cloud 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well done ali_roper. You wrote the right answer and knew the right spelling for Jeweller.
2007-01-19 06:15:42 · answer #7 · answered by efes_haze 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Bring it to a jewellers to be checked out.
2007-01-19 07:05:46 · answer #8 · answered by lizard 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No idea sorry. If it was me I'd take it to a jewellers.
Good luck
2007-01-19 06:12:52 · answer #9 · answered by Bristol_Gal 4 · 1⤊ 1⤋
go to a jewerler
2007-01-19 06:07:30 · answer #10 · answered by catch_me_if_you_can♥ 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋