A diamond is an extremely hard, high-value gemstone that was created under high pressure and high temperature in the depths of the earth over the course of millions of years. Ever since mankind has known it, great admiration and respect have surrounded its irresistible fire.
Each diamond is unique and special, with properties unique to it. The properties of a diamond are characterized by its clarity (Clarity), color (Color), cut (Cut) and weight expressed in carats (Carat), these are the 4 Cs. These determine the value and beauty of a diamond.
Clarity can be determined on the basis of several scales, and the amount of inclusions in it determines the purity of the gemstone. From very white to yellow, champagne-colored and other special fancy-colored diamonds exist, but they are very rare in nature.
Cut can be very diverse, in the past different types of cutting techniques were fashionable from today; nowadays, modern brilliant cut is the benchmark.
To name just a few of the famous diamonds in history; The Great Star of Africa and the Diamond of Hope, Koh-I-Noor and Hortensia will make the heart of the diamond lover go crazy with its beautiful pink hue.
