Diamond Eternity Wedding Rings
People from all corners of the world have been crazy over diamonds for decades. Many appreciate their beauty more than that of other gems. They have become the stones most frequently used in weddings and engagement rings, and they have come to symbolize love and romance.
Women and men also fancy diamonds in other adornments. There are gorgeous jewelry choices from diamond chokers, to diamond pendants, to diamond tennis bracelets. What is the special diamond quality that makes them unparalleled?
Gemologists have found that no two diamonds are the same. This means that each and every diamond has it’s own beautiful design. The variety in cut and color of each individual diamond gives each it’s own special appearance. The shine and brilliance of diamonds make them truly one of nature’s most prized creations.
Diamonds are a rare and valued commodity prized first by citizens of ancient India, then by royals around the world. Today, diamonds are a powerful symbol of wealth and fortune, giving them great worth and trade value. Diamonds of all types are evaluated, then priced by four criteria: weight in carats, color of the diamond, clarity of it’s shine and shape into which it is cut. These criteria make up what are know as the “Four Cs” to diamond enthusiasts.
In order to calculate the value of a gemstone, the weight of the gem must be determined. gemstone weight is calculated based on a value know as a ‘carat’ and the total weight of a gem is its Carat Weight. The more carats any gemstone weighs, the higher the price for that stone.
Clarity is basically how crystal clear the diamond is. Blemishes can be found in diamonds that were discovered near other types of rock or minerals. Sometimes the other minerals or rock can cause fragments to be transferred onto the actual diamond. The fewer blemishes a diamond has the higher its clarity and value will be.
Diamonds are commonly believed to be clear but this is not true. Diamond color can range from clear, yellow and even black. Clear diamonds are generally more valuable than ones with color, but this is not always the case. The most valuable diamond in the world is the Hope Diamond and it is a black diamond.
The last quality used in the 4C grading system is Cut. This is measures the amount of brilliance and sparkle the diamond has. There are various cuts of diamonds that include round, marquise, and princess cut stones. The round cut has long been one of the world’s favorites, but princess and marquise are also very popular. The cut of a diamond can determine how shiny and reflective it is thus enhancing its beauty. There are many reasons why diamonds are adored all around the world.
What compels people to wear diamonds varies from simple appreciation of their beauty, to feeling that diamonds increase ones self worth in the eyes of society. This variety in appeal is one of the reasons that diamonds have remained a constant favorite of men and women alike, generation after generation. This trend is likely to continue far into the future. Diamonds will always hold a special place in our hearts.