Fake Ruby Under A Microscope

The flaw will be a line or dark spot inside the stone.

Fake ruby under a microscope.

Ruby under a microscope is accessible to anyone with an interest in learning how ruby works internally. However chemically there is no difference between a synthetic ruby and a real one. This is a synthetic stone called a flame fusion ruby. In the fake picture above you can see the lines.

If the ruby is rounded rolled or excessively smooth then it is probably a fake gem. The intricacies of the ruby surface will only be readily visible beneath a 10 power microscope. To examine the stone you will need a jewelers loupe x10 magnifying glass. Place the ruby in front of the light and you will be able to see the inclusions.

The stone might be the real deal if the facet is clean pristine and sharp cut. Also a big thank you to honey. If it is reasonable but not overly cheap it is probably a synthetic stone. Today we re going to be taking a look at some fake and real makeup under a microscope.

In terms of identifying the difference it can only be done using the appropriate equipment or and under a microscope. To give you an idea of the difference in rates a synthetic ruby can be about 20 less expensive than a natural ruby while a fake ruby can be up to 90 cheaper. Naturally grown rubies can be very expensive. Here s what people are already saying about ruby under a microscope.

A synthetic ruby is created in a lab through a process that involves high pressure and temperature. If your ruby is extremely cheap it is probably a fake.