As always, unique engagement rings are in high demand. Every girl wants a special sparkler that speaks to her style and personality. If you’re in the market for a diamond, here are a few fun facts to know about these highly prized stones.
1) Diamonds are the hardest natural mineral material known to man (not to be confused with the hardest substance on earth). Diamonds are rated a 10 on the Moh’s Scale of Mineral Hardness. They’re so hard that they are often used for cutting and polishing equipment and, when first discovered in India, were used to make weapons. My, how things have changed!
2) Like many of the best things in life, diamonds are formed through lots of pressure and heat. Natural diamonds are formed deep under the earth’s crust and typically rise to the surface through volcanic eruptions and other natural disasters. Africa has the largest collection of naturally occurring diamond deposits in the world.
3) Synthetic diamonds were first created in the 1950’s. Since then, the technique has been refined to make high-quality diamond replicas that are almost indistinguishable from the real thing (don’t worry, our experts can still help you determine the true value of your bling – real or not)!
4) Diamonds are named after the Greek word “Adamas” which means “indestructible” – a word that should also describe the love you have for your mate!
5) Diamonds come in a variety of colors which can make for the most eye-catching, unique engagement rings. The most well known colors are crystal clear or pale yellows. However, they also come in pink, blue, black, and shades of orange and red – all of which are highly prized for their unique appearance.
6) The largest diamond ever found was the Cullinan diamond. Mined in Pretoria, South Africa in 1905 it weighed in at a whopping 3106 carats (the average diamond weighs about .5 to 1 carat)!
Publicity photo of the Cullinan crystal being handed from Fred Wells (right) to McHardy (middle) to Sir Thomas Cullinan (left).
7) Diamonds are not only intended for couples that want to shop for unique engagement rings. They are actually the official birthstone for the month of April, heralded by many as a source of fortune or luck.
There are so many interesting facts about diamonds, the list could go on forever! For more information about unique engagement rings and other jewelry, consult our experts today. We’d love to assist you in finding the perfect diamond for your perfect occasion.
