A high-clarity rough Nigerian phenakite crystal showing a diamond-like luster.

Phenakite vs Diamond: How to Identify the Deceiver

Introduction to Phenakite vs Diamond Rough Nigerian phenakite fools even the most experienced gem lovers. In fact, mineralogists originally named the stone after the Ancient Greek word phénax, meaning “deceiver.” They chose this name because the stone so closely resembles common quartz. However, modern gem dealers often use that nickname for a different reason. Specifically, rough Nigerian […]

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