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How can diamonds get scratched?

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"If the setting looks like it's of poor quality, that probably means it's not going to be a real diamond either." 2. Rub sandpaper against the stone. REUTERS/Olivia Harris This is an easy test since diamonds are one of the world's hardest materials and won't be scratched by the rough surface. read more

Diamonds can only get scratched by other diamonds. Either if they've been set too closely in a ring, or if they’re transported loose in a parcel with other diamonds. However, scratches in diamonds are classified as blemishes, and these blemishes can often be polished off. This will not affect the appearance or weight of the diamond drastically. read more

"Even though diamonds are the hardest substance known to man, a diamond will scratch another diamond. So it is important that jewelry not be stored together since it can be scratched or tangled. Also, diamond jewelry should never be worn while doing heavy work. read more

A diamond can actually be scratched a lot easier than you'd expect. It's a mineral. I had a friend try to "prove" that diamonds can't be scratched and sure as shit, scratched the hell out of her e-ring with the serrated lid of a can. read more