1. The name diamond refers to the hardness; it is derived from the Greek word adamas, meaning unconquerable.

2. Diamonds are made up of pure carbon.

3. It is almost impervious to chemical attacks. Only chromic sulphuric acid can transform diamonds at high temperatures to carbon dioxide.

4. X-rays do not penetrate diamonds.

5. The top ten most famous diamonds of the world are:
a. Cullinan I (530.20 carats. Colorless)
b. Florentine (137.27 carats Yellow)
c. Tiffany (128.51 carats. Yellow)
d. Koh-i-Noor (108.92 carats Colorless)
e. Shah (88.70 carats Colorless)
f. Cullinan IV (63.60 carats Colorless)
g. Sancy (55 carats. Colorless)
h. Hope (44.50 carats Blue)
i. Nassak (43.38 carats Colorless)
j. Dresden (41 carats. Green)

6. Lapidary cuts to the diamond were first made during the 14th century.

7. Diamonds occur in all colors, such as: Blue, green, pink, red, orange and black.

8. It is the designated gemstone for: April, winter, Saturday, 10th and 60th wedding anniversary.

9. It has been associated with the astrological signs of Aries, Leo and Taurus.

10. In numerology it has been associated with the master number of 33.

11. It has long been used to connect with the top chakra and used as a tool towards enlightenment.

12. In ancient times, the diamond was given freely to insure love and harmony.

By: Rhea Eason