There are lots of precious stones in this world. What is your favorate stone? - Diamond, are forever and every girls best friend - Ruby - Sapphire - Emerald - Jade, keeps the evil spirits far away from me - Opal - Turquoise - Topaz - Amethyst - -huh Sharon Stone / The Rock
Intermezzo: Diamonds What is a Diamond? Diamond is the hardest known natural material (third-hardest known material below aggregated diamond nanorods and ultrahard fullerite), and is the more costly of the two best known forms (or allotropes) of carbon, whose hardness and high dispersion of light make it useful for industrial applications and jewellery. (The other equally well known allotrope is graphite.) Diamonds are specifically renowned as a mineral with superlative physical qualities — they make excellent abrasives because they can be scratched only by other diamonds, Borazon, ultrahard fullerite, or aggregated diamond nanorods, which also means they hold a polish extremely well and retain luster. About 130 million carats (26,000 kg) are mined annually, with a total value of nearly USD $9 billion. About 100 tons are synthesized annually. The name “diamond” derives from the ancient Greek adamas (ad?µa?; “invincible”). The history of Diamonds shows that they have been treasured as gemstones for at least 2,500 years. The popularity of diamonds has risen since the 19th century because of increased supply, improved cutting and polishing techniques, growth in the world economy, and innovative and successful advertising campaigns. They are commonly judged by the “four Cs”: carat, clarity, color, and cut (shape). Roughly 49% of diamonds originate from central and southern Africa, although significant sources of the mineral have been discovered in Canada, India, Russia, Brazil, and Australia. They are generally mined from volcanic pipes, which are deep in the Earth where the high pressure and temperature enables the formation of the crystals. The mining and distribution of natural diamonds are subjects of frequent controversy—such as with concerns over the sale of conflict diamonds by African paramilitary groups. There are also allegations that the De Beers Group misuses its dominance in the industry to control supply and manipulate price via monopolistic practices, although in recent years the company's market share has dropped to below 60%. The world's top diamond cutting and polishing center is India. It processes 11 out of 12 diamonds in jewelery worldwide. The sector employs 1.3 million people and accounts for 14% of India's $80 billion of annual exports. Its share in the world polished diamond market is 92% by pieces and 55% by value. Diamond Gemstone meaning The diamond is the hardest gemstone and one of the most valued. It does come in yellowish colors, green and blue, but the clear or white is the most used in jewelry. Most diamonds come from South Africa. It is said diamonds are good for coughs and mucus problems. Diamonds are the symbol of innocence and constancy. Diamonds have been prized as Crown jewels. They are used today as an engagement ring. Healing properties of diamond Diamond does not have a specific healing nature. It does supplement the energy of other gemstones. The Diamond will increase the power of the Emerald and the Amethyst to a higher level. Healers often have rings or necklaces set with Diamonds surrounding the Amethyst. Care must be used when wearing a Diamond necklace as it can block the energy flow if the wearer has negative thoughts or feelings. Famous Diamonds "Diamonds in the rough" are not considered beautiful. They must be cut and polished to exhibit the charateristics of fire and brilliance associated with fine gemstones. On this and additional pages, you will find some of the world's most famous diamonds. Condi Pink De Beers The Beers Millenium De Young Red Dresden Green Eureka Florentine Golden Jubilee Graff Blue Heart of Eternity Hortensia Red Cross Hope Incomparable Koh-i-noor Mouwad Splendor Moussaieff Red Tereshenko Tiffany Whittkesbach If you are the owner of one of these stones. You are one of the most lucky person on this rock
You really have a good eye for very valuable things. Blue diamonds are incredible rare stones. Hope diamond is 45.52 carats and the 30.82-carat Blue Heart of Eternity
LOL, ofcourse a diamond, even if I don't wear any jewelleries doesn't mean I don't like these blinking stones!
HATE diamond... it's nothing but a bunch of carbon and a monopolized market (aka Da Beers...) I personally would want the money in cash instead. Not quite a rocks person.
diamonds arent women's best friends only... men like them too... cuz when you sell them.. BLING BLING and CHING CHING lmao
i like hope the most. i remember a teacher always stressing this "girls, get zirconium; it lasts longer".
