About Diamond
Diamond is pure carbon crystallised under extreme pressure (45–60 kilobars) and heat (900–1,300°C) deep within the Earth's mantle — typically 150–200 km below the surface. It is the hardest natural material known, rating 10 on the Mohs scale, and has the highest thermal conductivity of any natural material at room temperature.
Diamonds are brought to the surface by volcanic eruptions via kimberlite pipes. The world's top producers are Russia (Alrosa), Botswana (Debswana), and Canada. A diamond's quality is assessed by the "4 Cs" — Cut, Colour, Clarity, and Carat weight.
Diamond Meaning & Symbolism
The name comes from the Greek adamas — "invincible" or "unconquerable." This perfectly captures diamond's dual nature: incomparable physical hardness and an almost supernatural brilliance. Ancient Greeks believed diamonds were tears of the gods or splinters of falling stars.
Diamond is associated with the crown chakra — it amplifies the energy of all other stones, brings clarity of mind, and activates the highest spiritual faculties. It symbolises commitment, fidelity, and the eternal nature of love — which is why it became the standard stone for engagement rings.
Healing Properties
Emotional
Diamond clears emotional and mental pain, reducing fear and bringing about new beginnings. It encourages courage and invincibility. It is said to bond relationships by enhancing love and commitment between partners.
Spiritual
As an amplifier, diamond magnifies the energy of whatever surrounds it — both positive and negative. Used in meditation, it is said to create a direct channel to the divine. Ancient Hindu texts placed diamond among the most sacred of all gemstones, associating it with the planet Venus.
History & Lore
The earliest recorded diamonds were found in India, where they were traded along the Silk Road as early as 400 BC. For centuries, India was the world's only source. The first European engagement ring featuring a diamond was given by Archduke Maximilian of Austria to Mary of Burgundy in 1477 — beginning a tradition that endures today.