ABOUT THE DIAMONDS

Brilliant Facts on Dazzling Diamonds

• Diamonds are the hardest known substance on earth and the gemstone with the most sparkle when well-cut.

• Diamonds are composed of common carbon, like graphite in a lead pencil. Billions of years ago, extreme forces of heat and pressure (conditions not in existence today) transformed the carbon into diamond deep below the surface of the earth. This volcanic mass then broke through the earth`s surface to cool in Kimberlite pipes.

• Diamonds were first discovered in India more than 2,800 years ago.

• Of all the diamonds mined today, only 50 percent are judged to be of jem quality.

• The quality and value of a diamond is determined by four characteristics the cut, colour, clarity and carat weight.

• The major diamond producing countries today include Australia, Zaire, Botswana, The USSR and South Africa.

• The four most important diamond cutting centres in the world are India, Israel, Antwerp and New York.

• Most diamonds are cut with 58 facets to reveal maximum sparkle, fire and brilliance.

• Before a diamond is placed on a woman's hand, it will probably touch at least four continents and benefit from the skill of many
  international craftsmen.

• The word "Diamond" comes from the ancient Greek word "adamas", meaning unconquerable.

• The ancient Greeks thought diamonds were tears of the gods.

• The ancient Romans thought diamonds were splinters of stars fallen to earth.

• Diamonds have decorated kings, inspired poets, adorned celebrities and brought untimely death to both the famous and the infamous.

• But most of all, over the centuries they have always been seen as the ultimate gift of love.

Mystique Values of Diamonds Which Come Through the Ages

Hundred of years before Christ, In India, where diamonds were first discovered, the diamond was valued more for its magic than for its great beauty. It was thought that diamonds protected mankind from all combined forces of evil. In India the color of the diamond was thought to reflect the caste of the wearer which is why the pure white diamonds were very precious. Romans thought diamonds were pieces of stars falling down to earth. Greeks believed that diamonds were tears of God. Italians trusted it to protect against poisin.

In 1513 the company of Goldsmiths defined diamonds as follows :
"The diamond gives strength and virtue and keeps him away from sins. It also keeps bones and body as a whole. It enriches him with value and good". For the person carrying it, it is more valuable than God of Love. It keeps seeds of a man within womb of his wife and help him born healthy. 

Diamond Care

How to Keep the Fire of Your Jewellery :

With very simple techniques you can keep your diamonds fire and brilliance as the first day you bought them.The key to a diamond's magic is its sparkle and fire.Lotions, soap and natural skin oils however can reduce the brilliance of a diamond by leaving a film on the surface. It only takes a few minutes to clean a diamond.

Here are 3 cleaning methods:

1) Detergent Bath
Place a mild liquid detergent in a small bowl of warm water. Then, brush the diamond with a small soft brush (a toothbrush will do) and rinse under running water.

2) Cold Water Soak
Soak the jewellery for 30 minutes in a 50/50 solution of cold water and household ammonia. Remove and gently tap the front and back of the mounting with a small, soft brush. Dip the jewellery in the solution again and drain on tissue paper

3) Quick Dip Method
Use any brand name liquid jewellery cleaner and follow instructions on label.

PROTECTING DIAMONDS

Even when diamonds and precious jewellery are tucked away, they need special care. Jewellery should be kept in a fabric-lined jewel case or a box with compartments or dividers.If placed in one box, each piece should be wrapped in tissue paper, because a diamond can scratch and damage another diamond. Though most women wear a diamond ring twenty-four hours a day, there are occasions when it should be removed. Do not wear a diamond ring while doing rough work. Although a diamond is durable, it can be chipped by a very hard blow.

Diamond rings should not come into contact with chlorine bleach, because it can pit and discolor the mounting. A jeweller should check the ring once a year for loose stones and the wear of the mounting. He can also clean the ring professionally.With proper care, diamonds can be enjoyed forever.

How to Buy A diamond

Purchasing a piece of diamond jewellery is an exhilarating and unique experience. We help you choose your diamond the way the world does, with the help of the 4Cs which help determine the sparkle and value of a diamond.

Before you select your diamond, check the 4Cs

The 4Cs are used throughout the world to classify the rarity of diamonds. Diamonds with the combination of the highest 4C ratings are more rare and, consequently, more expensive.

Light is the element which ignites a diamond's brilliance and fire. Its interplay with each of the 4Cs will explain why one diamond can appear even more beautiful than the other.