DIAMONDS - WHAT, WHERE AND WHY?

Diamonds have been a source of fascination for centuries. They are the hardest, the most imperishable, and the most brilliant of all precious stones. The word "diamond" comes from the Greek word adamas, meaning "unconquerable".

History

 

So what exactly is a Diamond? A Diamond is a transparent gem made of carbon, one of the earth's most common elements. But what makes these brilliant precious stones what they are today is the combination of time, intense heat and pressure - which began soon after the Earth was formed. During these intense conditions, carbon to began to crystallise deep in the earth. As the earth's surface cooled, volcanic activity forced streams of magna (liquid rock) to the surface, carrying with it the Diamond crystals. Later, the diamond-bearing rock hardened, encasing the diamonds in vertical volcanic "pipes".

But not all Diamonds are found where they first came to the surface. Subsequent erosion of the topsoils over millions of years washed some of the diamonds into streams and rivers, and sometimes even as far away as the sea!

Diamonds are always rock hard

The atomic structure of a diamond gives it the property of being the hardest substance known to man, natural or synthetic. Even after many years of constant wear, diamonds will preserve their sharp edges and corners when most other stones will have become worn and chipped.

Colour

 Colour is another important factor that influences the price of a Diamond. Diamonds are graded for their colour alphabetically starting at D colour going down to Z colour, and are classically considered to appear "white" or colourless in appearance. Diamonds that display the least amount of colour are known as exceptional white. Exceptional white Diamonds include D and E colour graded Diamonds. Rare white is the next colour grade and this includes F and G colour Diamonds. H colour Diamonds are graded as white and I and J colour Diamonds are known as slightly tinted white diamonds.

Want to kick tradition? You can learn more about Fancy Coloured Diamonds here...

Cut

The cut of a diamond dictates how well it reflects light and is the most important factor when it comes to a diamonds overall beauty! Even a diamond of top colour and clarity is ugly and dull if the cut is not also excellent. But just like its Jewellery and its customers, Tremonti Fine Gems and Jewellery ensures that these high-quality Diamonds look the best that they can be.

 

A staple for weddings; Diamonds, just like your marriage, are an investment, and have been an investment device for several thousand years. Diamonds are a symbol of love and commitment so buying the perfect diamond for an engagement ring or that special occasion is a crucially important decision. Tremonti are all too happy to offer their wealth of knowledge and experience to make an informed decision that will bring you joy for many years to come.

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