Tuesday, May 12, 2009

Facts related to Diamond

Diamond

The origin of the diamond, according to classical mythology, was its formation by Jupiter. The diamond is generally regarded as the premier gem of the world.Diamonds have been treasured as gemstones since their use as religious icons in ancient India.The demand of diamond has raised from 19th centurie because of improved the quality of diamond, cutting and finishing of diamond.Innovative design of the diamond. These are
reason why people prefer to buy diamonds.

Chemical properties of diamond

Chemical structure of diamond

Diamond is second stable form of carbon.Its hardness and high dispersion of light make it useful for industrial applications and jewelry.Diamond is a transparent crystal of bonded carbon atom.Despite its hardness, the diamond is not indestructible, diamond will cut diamond, it can be burned in the air, being carbon, and will then leave behind carbon dioxide gas and, as ashes, an impurity called carbonado.Diamond is the hardest natural material known. The specific gravity of the diamond is 3.52, hardness, 10.

Colours of diamond

Fancy colours of diamonds

Diamonds have a wide range of colour, most numerous are the whites, yellows, and browns in a great variety of shades, then come the greens, red stones of strong tints are very rare, as are also blue, which have been found almost exclusively in India.You can find more variety of colours in diamonds are rose, peach,cinnamon etc, but these colours are very rare to find.

Diamond maintain its polish extremely well.Unlike many other gems,you can wear diamond in daily purpose.Perhaps contributing to its popularity as the preferred gem in engagement or wedding rings, which are often worn every day.

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1 comment:

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