| The name "diamond" comes from the Greek word "adamas," meaning unconquerable.
Made of pure carbon, diamonds are the hardest natural substance known to man. Diamonds were formed more than 70 million years ago when diamond-bearing ore was brought to the surface through volcanic eruption. The durability of a gem depends on both its hardness and toughness. Diamond, although highest on the scale of hardness (rated 10 on the Mohs scale), is not as tough as some gems because of its good cleavage.
Loose diamonds are a better value than buying already made diamond jewelry. One can pick from more shapes, sizes, and quality without restrictions, and once you have your perfect diamond, you can have it custom set into anything you want.
The Black diamond is a gentleman''s choice, this gem is a great manifestation of power and authority. Black diamonds are often porous, resulting in a less smooth surface. They range from grey to black with the darker colors being more desirable.
Pink diamonds, one of the more common colored fancy diamonds, is another attention grabber. A pink diamond strikes the cord within your heart, commanding love and adoration for life. Color grading for pink diamonds depends on the intensity. A pale pink is less desirable whereas an intense pink with a purple tint will be more than likely to cost a fortune.
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