Introduction To DiamondsThe word "diamond", as in Diamond Jewellery, such as Diamond Rings, Diamond Earrings and Diamond Pendants, means "unbreakable" or (adamas) in Ancient Greek, and is from where the term originates. Diamonds have been known to definitely exist in India 3000 years ago, but probably for up to 6000 years, where they where first found along the banks of the Rivers Penner, Krishna and Godavari.
In 1772 it was scientifically proved that diamonds are composed totally of carbon.
Ever since this time, diamonds have been linked to various mysterious and medicinal beliefs, for engraving tools, and in jewellery. Until the 18th Century India was the only location where diamonds where mined, but during the early 19th century they were found in Africa.
When they were found in South Africa in the 19th Century, this induced a great explosion in their demand for jewellery, both due to the better techniques that were being employed for cutting and polishing, and also due to the greater prosperity that people were enjoying in general.
Ever since this time, diamonds have been linked to various mysterious and medicinal beliefs, for engraving tools, and in jewellery. Until the 18th Century India was the only location where diamonds where mined, but during the early 19th century they were found in Africa.
When they were found in South Africa in the 19th Century, this induced a great explosion in their demand for jewellery, both due to the better techniques that were being employed for cutting and polishing, and also due to the greater prosperity that people were enjoying in general.
The way in which white light enters and is then split into different colours is the main characteristics of a diamond, and in the 20th Century the main grading system for diamonds was brought in to use known as the GIA or Gemological Institute of America, taking into account these properties.
Before a diamond is cut and polished, it can be determined by its structure from where in the world it originates. After it has been prepared, it is virtually impossible to say from where it came.
A "paragon" is said to be a large and flawless example of a diamond.
Diamonds are the hardest minerals found, with a Moh's scale reading of 10.
Early Diamond History
The first recorded history of diamonds in India suggested they were used for jewellery and as a talisman to ward off evil spirits and provide protection in battle.
Diamonds In The Dark Ages
As was the case with many gemstones, the diamond was also used in medicine. A diamond was thought to heal wounds and cure illnesses, and if ingested, sickness.
Diamonds And The Middle Ages
Nations started to treat the diamond as a precious gemstone and understand its true worth. The previous legends and beliefs were starting to fade as they become precious and supply and demand increased.
Some giant examples in this period gave rise to even greater popularity, and their demand increased massively from this.
As they became scarcer in India, mines were first found in Borneo and Brazil, before being first found in South Africa, where along the banks of the Orange River occurred the Worlds greatest diamond rush!
Diamonds In Recent Times
Diamonds were first discovered in Australia around the mid-nineteenth century, but it was not until the 1970's that Australia's full potential as a source of diamonds was realised.
Nowadays the biggest mines and producers come from such Countries as Botswana, Russia, Canada, South Africa, Australia and from many other African Nations.
J S Stewart 2011 © 2011 Globe Jewellery Limited. All Rights Reserved.
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