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The
exact origin of diamonds is still something of a mystery,
even to scientists. Though the diamond is the hardest of
all gemstones, it is the simplest in composition. It is
pure carbon, not unlike graphite in a lead pencil, but carbon
that has been crystallized.
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Somehow many millions of years ago diamonds crystallized
under immense heat and pressure, deep in the earth's crust.
Then the force of ancient volcanic eruptions drove the diamond
bearing molten rock up through pipe like channels towards
the earth's surface where diamonds are mined today.
The Greek word "Adamas" meaning unconquerable
and indestructible is the root word of diamond. Diamonds
have been sought the world over, fought over, worshipped
and used to cast love spells.
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For
the last 3000 to 4000 years, diamonds have held special
magic for Kings, Queens and their subjects. Diamonds
have stood for wealth, power, love, spirit and magical
powers. Kings in olden days would wear into battle
heavy leather breast plates studded with diamonds
and other precious stones.It was believed that diamonds
were fragments of stars and the teardrops of the Gods.
The diamonds possessed magical qualities of the Gods
and held powers far beyond the understanding of the
common man. Because of these beliefs, the warriors
stayed clear of the Kings and others who were fortunate
to have the magical diamonds in their breast plates.
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The legacy of the Diamond will continue. It existed at the
dawn of civilized man and will adorn for years to come.
It will be part of Weddings, celebrations, a part of love
and prosperity, a part of intrigue and beauty and a part
of every women heart that keeps one on her finger. Men will
always swear love by it, and love will always maintain the
brilliance of earth’s great gift, the Diamond.
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Today diamond symbolizes wealth, durability, status, and
peerless quality. Across time and cultures, diamond has
also been associated with invulnerability, lightning, magic,
healing, protection, and poisoning. In unraveling the history
and associations of diamond, we also need to know the history
of the words attached to it: Did the words used by the ancient
Indians or Greeks signify the same thing they do today,
or something very different?.
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A
diamond's shape is also referred to as its "style".
The diamond's shape is NOT to be confused with its
CUT: the former stands for the diamond's style while
the latter defines the quality of its proportions
and polish. Traditionally there are five shape variations
. Round Brilliant; Marquise; Emerald Cut; Pear- shaped
and oval. You may choose one of those or a more contemporary
shape such as Princess-cut or Heart shape, bearing
in mind that no form is more "appropriate"
than another: the one you choose should be entirely
a matter of personal taste.
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