[b]Diamond[/b] is essentially a mineral, which is in fact a transparent form of pure carbon. It is considered to be the hardest mineral in existence. It originated in Earth's crust, and thanks to volcanoes, they appeared on the surface. [b]Diamonds[/b] are supposed to have been formed three billion years ago!
Most of the [b]diamonds[/b] now are being used for industrial purposes. Because of its hardness, it is used to grind and cut the hardest of substances. Metals, ceramics, concrete are some of the things which are shaped using diamonds. [b]Diamonds[/b] come in a different colors like blue, yellow, orange, red etc. among other things, diamond is considered to be a good conductor of heat. That is the reason, they are used in manufacturing semiconducting materials. Of course, diamond is the jewellery of the glitterati. A diamond’s valuation is based on four factors namely clarity, cut carat and color. Of these, cut is the most important factor, as more radiance they emit the more appealing they look.
According to Greek mythology, diamonds were supposed to be the tears of gods, while Indians believed them to be the gifts of gods. De Beers Company is instrumental in promoting diamonds as prized possessions. They advertised them through movies and direct campaigns. The most sought after shape in diamond is round. Other popular shapes are heart, oval, pear, round etc. Diamond settings are also important when people select them. Prong setting is the most popular of all. The other settings are bar, bezel, channel, pave, Chevron etc.
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