| Better a diamond with a flaw than a pebble | | | | fancies, white crystal clear being the common |
| without. The Chinese philosopher, Confucius | | | | and in demand. Yellow, pink, brown, blue, |
| explains an explicit expression of a diamond. | | | | champagne and green are other colors that |
| Beauty, purity, durability and undying value, | | | | assort the variety of diamonds available. The |
| all elucidate the magnificent. Diamond | | | | chemical content in the stones determine the |
| studded jewelry express sentiments. Thus, | | | | various shades of the valuable. As the |
| diamond ornaments are considered hearty | | | | intensity of the color increases, so does the |
| presents for special occasions. | | | | value. |
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| When comprehending the origin of diamond, | | | | For all the diamond fanatics, it will be |
| India reminds us about the valuable. Around | | | | interesting to know legends about some |
| three thousand years ago, when discovered, | | | | significant diamonds such as the Star of |
| diamonds were believed to have magical | | | | Africa, the Excelsior, the Great Mogul, the |
| powers. Talismans made of rough diamond were | | | | Kohinoor and the Blue Hope Diamond, the |
| used to keep evil away and a defending force | | | | Centenary and the Regent. |
| in battles. Also, they were believed to have | | | | |
| medicinal powers in healing, curing | | | | It is believed that the Kohinoor brought |
| illnesses. So that the mine workers did not | | | | misfortune to the male possessors who owned |
| smuggle diamonds, they were deemed as | | | | it or wore it but brought good luck to the |
| poisonous when consumed. | | | | female holder. After it was passed on to many |
| | | | rajas and sultans of India ultimately went in |
| After the discovery of some famous species | | | | the hands of the British empresses. Now the |
| like the Kohinoor and the Blue Hope in India, | | | | diamond studded crown or the Crown of Jewels |
| appetite for the mystic beauty grew | | | | stays in the Tower of London. The Star of |
| throughout the world. The Orange River beds, | | | | Africa also known as Cullinan I is studded on |
| then Australia and then Lake Argyle are now | | | | the Crown of Jewels. |
| contributing in supplying diamonds to the | | | | |
| world. However, India continues to be famous | | | | Other than these famous diamonds evacuated, |
| in diamond polishing along with huge deposits | | | | every diamond speaks its own individuality. |
| of the rhombic crystalline. | | | | Every diamond differs from one another. |
| | | | Diamonds are significantly valued for their |
| The crystalline is the imperishable, known | | | | extreme clarity. The name of this precious |
| for its hardness, non abrasive, transparency | | | | jewel itself signifies its unique |
| and light dispersion attributes. A form of | | | | personality. The named is derived from a |
| carbon, diamonds can bear high pressure and | | | | Greek word adamas that means the |
| temperature. Since diamonds are a token of | | | | unconquerable. The unbeatable radiance, |
| richness, many fear the consequences that may | | | | brilliance, is noteworthy for evoking |
| follow wearing the jewel. | | | | romantic fervor, undying love, admiring |
| | | | beauty, and display opulence. |
| Diamond cutters influence the value of | | | | |
| diamonds with their talents. However, nature | | | | Diamonds are though, cut in various shapes, |
| has its impact in its own way. Nature | | | | and chiseled into various optical facets. But |
| controls features such as the carat weight, | | | | these diamonds are further studded in gold, |
| color and clarity, which are consistent | | | | white gold and platinum to make them |
| factors that make the stone look so | | | | wearable. There are various patterns that |
| beautiful. | | | | make the ornaments look so regal and |
| | | | striking. Floral, serpent, charms, swirls, |
| One factor that unlocks the magnificence of | | | | nebula, starthread and many more are designed |
| the rough diamond or the crude mystical and | | | | by artistic, skillful designers into |
| that is the way the stone is cut. Usually the | | | | bracelets, medallions, cufflinks, tags and |
| stone is chiseled with 58 facets. Some common | | | | pendants. |
| shapes that diamonds resemble would be pear, | | | | |
| heart, round brilliance, emerald, marquise, | | | | Diamond ornaments are also found associated |
| oval, square, circles and baguette and | | | | with other gemstones like rubies, emeralds, |
| princess cuts. | | | | topaz, sapphires and pearls. The designs are |
| | | | also made customized. Diamond ornaments are |
| Diamonds with maximum clarity rate the | | | | useful far and wide for gifting during |
| highest and with maximum impurities or | | | | various occasions. Thematic patterns are a |
| inclusions are priced the lowest. Flawless | | | | common trend. For a romantic occasion, |
| diamonds with the best cut could be highly | | | | hearts, solitaires, and letters are generally |
| expensive. If a diamond is cut well but has | | | | gifted. Tags and large diamonds are commonly |
| impurities, the inclusions would block | | | | gifted to men. Cufflinks and watches are also |
| dispersion of light. Similarly, if a flawless | | | | studded with these gemstones worn by the |
| diamond is not well chiseled, it will | | | | elite class. |
| resemble an unappealing glass rock. Juvenal, | | | | |
| a Roman satire poet says that many | | | | Weddings, birthdays, valentine day, |
| individuals have, like uncut diamonds, | | | | anniversaries, inaugurations, and corporate |
| shining qualities beneath a rough exterior. | | | | occasions are the best time to gift these |
| | | | valuables. |
| Diamonds are available in varied color | | | | |