The Koh-i-noor, the mesmerising diamond that is now one of the British crown jewels is said to be cursed throughout history.Where does it come from? Who were its previous owners?And is it really cursed? To really understand why the myth of being cursed surrounds this gem for centuries, we need …
Gifts have always been an incredible way to cherish our loved ones. This age-old tradition is deeply anchored in our society, and it has an important role all along the special events that mark our lives. Whether it is for a baptism, a graduation, a birthday or a wedding, there …
Although the diamond sector is still in flux, the online engagement diamond ring market has grown in the previous years and buying the perfect engagement ring online has become increasingly popular. A diamond is no longer forever. It is until you get tired of it, put it up for sale …
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Do you know that your mechanical watches contain jewels? Most modern movements include sapphires or rubies in their concepts. So, what is their function? Is a diamond watch just for beauty? Let’s take a look at the purpose of these gems in our watches. The gems are not just decorative, …
The Great Table Diamond… have you ever heard of a diamond split in two that never left each other’s side? Pulled out of the heart of the Kollur mine in Golconda, which is the source of some of the rarest natural diamonds in the world, it is the largest pink …
History of diamond cutting The word diamond comes from the ancient Greek “adamas” which means indomitable. Its incredible properties of hardness gave it this name. It is the hardest mineral in the world (10 on the Mohs scale for scratches)! So, you are probably wondering: how do you cut the hardest stone in …
The Kimberley Process Have you seen the movie Blood Diamond? If not, here is a short summary to refresh your memory. During the civil war of the late 90’s in Sierra Leone, Leonard DiCaprio (aka Danny Archer) meets a miner who has managed to escape from a mine controlled by …
The symbolic meaning of diamonds throughout the centuries Diamonds are undoubtedly powerful gemstones! People have always attributed great virtues and powers to them. Up till this day, these beliefs have survived over the centuries and have influenced our imagination around diamonds. Let’s discover together how the symbolism of the diamond …
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Having flaws is perhaps not so bad Who says that diamonds only appeal to women? Surprisingly, they are also very popular among scientific researchers, who have found a way to exploit this amazing stone to create something extraordinary. Recently, an international research group created an extremely powerful computer precisely by …
Fluorescence in diamonds Imagine the scene, you are at a nightclub, ready to celebrate your recent engagement. Then, you pass under an ultraviolet lamp and your diamond ring starts to glow a strange blue light. What’s going on? Is it a fake diamond or a bewitched stone? Neither of the …
