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 Post subject: Need help on diamond tester.
PostPosted: Mon Aug 13, 2012 9:59 am 
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Hi guys,

I am basically a hobbyist with a penchant for diamonds.

I've been looking at diamond testers (portable kits that you would carry around) and found alot on ebay.

there are many that costs less than $15.00 and i am highly skeptical of them

ebay.com/itm/Diamond-Tester-Gemstone-Selector-II-Gems-LED-Indicator-Jewel-Jewelry-Tool-Test-/150858404668?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item231fdc933c

I doubt these will be accurate given the price i am paying.

Are there any reliable ones that you guys had used before and worked well?

Many thanks in advance.

Frank


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 Post subject: Re: Need help on diamond tester.
PostPosted: Mon Aug 13, 2012 2:14 pm 
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I've used this one for years and it's very reliable:
http://www.ottofrei.com/store/Ceres-CZe ... ester.html

At Lang Antiques we use this one:
http://www.ottofrei.com/store/GemOro-Co ... ation.html

I prefer the CZeckpoint, but would personally not have any trouble separating a diamond from moissanite with magnification. If you feel you might have some trouble with the separation, go for the latter.


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