Diamonds: Choosing Your Girls' Best Friend
Diamonds are known as a girls' best friend and also as a symbol of eternal love
. The word comes from the Greek words unbreakable or unalterable. The properties of a diamond are not so romantic but they play a big part in the diamond's role as a symbol of unwavering, long lasting love.Diamonds are composed of allotrope of carbon where the atoms are arranged in a diamond lattice. This strong bonding of the atoms is what gives a diamond the hardness that makes them suitable for jewelry as well as industrial applications as cutting and polishing tools. Diamonds are practically indestructible and along with practical uses that is part of their allure.
The cut and clarity of a diamond are what attracts the eye, along with the carat weight; these properties contribute to the value and one is as important as the other. The clarity and color of a diamond help make the diamond what it is. Along with the carat weight, these are the most important considerations when purchasing a diamond.
The shape of a diamond also contributes to its appeal, whether pear shaped or round, the cut, or shape is important to the size and value. The clarity and purity also increase the appeal and value of the diamond. Although diamonds are very dense and most substances do not penetrate one, the clearest ones are the most valued since they have the greatest clarity. In the world of diamonds, it is better to have no color than to be tinted which indicates impurities.
Natural diamonds form at high pressure and high temperature conditions existing at the depths of the earth. Diamonds are brought to the surface of the earth by volcanic reactions deep within the earth's core. These are treasured by many and hunted by a few.
The cut of a diamond determines its sparkle and brilliance. The better the cut, the more sparkle and dazzle it will have. A diamond's color grade refers to the absence of color. Stones that are clear, that contain little or no color, receive higher grades than those with other colors that are visible to the naked eye.
The strength, purity, and color of a diamond add to its value and symbolize the virtues of a strong relationship. This is why a diamond is the favorite gem of most people in the world. They are practically indestructible and endure relationships that may put them in harm's way. Whether the relationship lasts or not the diamond endures sparkling and strong within the mayhem.
A diamond signifies strength and purity even when these qualities do not exist which make them a sought after treasure for the romantics in the world. A "rock" can be as pure as a virgin bride but can endure the woes of the world. Diamonds last through generations even when the relationships they honor do not last - they are precious and rare gems and are full of wonder and history. A Diamond is Forever!
by: Frank Adams