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YOUR GUIDE TO RARE BEAUTY

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Diamond

Diamonds

Explore the history, properties, and value of one of the world's most remarkable gemstones.

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History

Diamonds, formed deep within the Earth over billions of years, have been treasured since ancient times as symbols of eternal love and strength.

Globe

Origin

South Africa, Russia, Canada, Australia

Molecule

Chemical Formula

C (Carbon)
Sparkles

Luster

Adamantine
Prism

Refractive Index

2.42
Scales

Specific Gravity

3.52
Hexagon

Crystal System

Tetragonal
Diamond

Hardness

10

Currently priced at

$1,000 to $50,000+

a Carat

Help Guide

Crystal System

Gemstones and minerals are classified into seven primary crystal systems based on their atomic structure.

Refractive Index

The refractive index (RI) of a material measure how much light is bent, or refracted, when entering the material from another medium.

Specific Gravity

The specific gravity (SG) of a substance is a measure of its density compared to water.

Chemical Formula

A chemical formula shows the types and quantities of atoms in a molecule.

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