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Diamond History

The Greek word "Adamas " means unconquerable and indestructible. This is the origin of the word Diamond. It is one of the most indestructible natural formations known to man. From this word and from the depths of the earth is derived The Diamond.

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The 4 C's of Diamonds

1. Color - In the chaos of extreme temperature and pressure that first created diamonds, traces of elements such as nitrogen and boron could have been incorporated into the diamond’s atomic structure. This is the source of the tincture.

The first quality grade of a diamond to be judged is its color grade. Diamond can cover the entire spectrum ofcolors but the majority of diamond colors are yellow and brown.

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Professional Definitions

Brilliant Cut - A beautifully cut round diamond that has 58 facets.

Carbon - The element that diamonds are made from.

Cutlet - The bottom facet of the diamond, this is usually very small.

Dispersion - This is the ability to create spectral colors as light exits the diamond.

Eye-clean - Refers to a diamond that to the naked naked eye has no visible inclusions or blemishes.

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