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Diamond’s splendor has been appreciated for centuries, but there was not much scientific knowledge about it before the twentieth century. Since then, diamond knowledge has grown steadily, with …

Nov 24, 2015 · Diamond crystals are brought closer to the Earth’s surface through volcanic activity. Diamonds can be found in shallow alluvial deposits where the crystals settle after being transported …

Diamond forms under high temperature and pressure conditions that exist only within a specific depth range (about 100 miles) beneath the earth’s surface. Diamond’s crystal structure is isometric, which …

what's in a name? Diamond [dye -mund] (noun) Diamond comes from the Greek word adamas which means “invincible.” For being the hardest material on earth, that is the perfect name for this gem!

The 4Cs describe the individual qualities of a diamond, and the value of an individual diamond is based on these qualities. The terms that people use to discuss the 4Cs have become part of an …

Jan 10, 2017 · Incredibly hard, highly refractive, practically impervious to heat, diamond is a crystal form of carbon. But what makes it a real diamond? Find out!

From the Hope diamond to the Spirit of the Rose, the Taylor Burton and the Lesotho Promise, we are trusted by museums and top auction houses all over the world to grade and research nature’s finest …

Mar 14, 2013 · The prospect of purchasing a diamond may seem daunting, but through GIA, an unbiased authority on diamonds, you have several handy resources to help you select the highest …

Dec 2, 2024 · Diamond’s remarkable properties—including high hardness, high thermal conductivity, low thermal expansion, wide optical window, biocompatibility, and high resistance to corrosion, acid, and …