Wednesday, May 28, 2014

Facts About Black Diamonds


Diamonds are created by very high heat and pressure. 



Black diamonds are quickly becoming a mainstream gemstone.


Black diamonds are also called Carbonado. A name coined by Portuguese because of the diamonds resemblance to porous charcoal.


The natural colour of a black diamond ranges from black to dark greys.


Black diamonds are the rarest among all diamonds.


Black diamonds originated on earth 3.5 billion years ago – that’s a mighty long time!


In ancient Italy, black diamonds were thought to represent reconciliation. They believed by touching a black diamond misunderstandings and quarrels can be patched up. 


Famous black diamonds include -  the Pear Shaped Amsterdam Diamond weighing in at 55.85 carats. 

  



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