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Royal Engagement Ring Bling

Did you see Kate Middleton’s jaw dropping 18-carat sapphire and diamond engagement ring?

Many brides-to-be are looking to buy a replica of the ring.

The hype brought by the royal couple’s historical engagement ring lead us to write up some bits and pieces about diamonds.

It can’t be denied that diamonds have become a traditional representation of love and romance.

In fact, if you ask what comes to mind when hearing the word “diamond,” most people will associate it with diamond rings. Diamond rings are noted as a sign of true love, loyalty and commitment.

Check out these interesting diamond facts.

Interesting Facts about Diamonds

Origin of the Name Diamond

Described and believed to be the hardest natural substance on Earth, the Greek Word, “Adamas,” which means unconquerable and indestructible, is where diamond got its name. It is so hard that a diamond can only be cut by another diamond.

Formation of Diamonds

Diamonds have long existed and formed billions of years ago, miles and miles beneath the Earth’s crust through extreme temperature and pressure. Volcanic activity is the conduit why diamonds are forced to be pushed to Earth’s surface.

What Makes up a Diamond

Diamonds are composed of only one element, carbon. Some elements can be present in some diamonds as impurities and often gives off a slight color.

Diamond’s Value

The quality and value of a diamond is determined by four characteristics known as the 4 C’s. They are referred as the diamond’s cut, color, clarity and carat. A diamond’s worth relies on the measure of these four elements. Diamonds have a huge business value — that’s why diamonds are also associated to the wealthy.

Diamond Types

Diamonds come in a variety and the 5 main types of natural diamonds are white, which is the most common, yellow, blue, pink and champagne diamonds.

The Rarest Diamond

Pink diamonds are hailed as the rarest and most valuable type of diamonds up-to-date. The Argyle mine which is the world’s leading resource of diamonds, are the producer of the world’s most intense pink diamonds. Pink diamonds are sold for up to $1million on a per carat basis.

Most Expensive Diamond

The world’s most expensive diamond is the record breaking “Graff pink Diamond” sold at $46million at Sotheby’s last November 2010. This is an emerald cut fancy intense pink diamond mounted on a silver ring.

Can I Mine My Own Diamonds?

Yes! If you will get the chance to get to Arkansas, you should drop by the Crater of Diamonds State Park in Arkansas where you can mine and keep all the diamonds you find for just a few bucks. Well, that’s if you’re lucky enough to find one!

With all the above facts laid down, love them or hate them, diamonds are truly interesting, aren’t they? Admit it, they’re really fascinating and I won’t end this article without saying that diamonds are forever!

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