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Diamond forms under high temperature and pressure conditions that exist only within a specific depth range (about 100 miles) beneath the earth’s surface. Diamond’s crystal structure is isometric, which …

Diamond’s splendor has been appreciated for centuries, but there was not much scientific knowledge about it before the twentieth century. Since then, diamond knowledge has grown steadily, with …

The 4Cs describe the individual qualities of a diamond, and the value of an individual diamond is based on these qualities. The terms that people use to discuss the 4Cs have become part of an …

what's in a name? Diamond [dye -mund] (noun) Diamond comes from the Greek word adamas which means “invincible.” For being the hardest material on earth, that is the perfect name for this gem!

Mar 14, 2013 · The prospect of purchasing a diamond may seem daunting, but through GIA, an unbiased authority on diamonds, you have several handy resources to help you select the highest …

It isn’t until a diamond is cut, that the real beauty of a diamond begins to take shape. With a GIA Diamond Grading Report, you can confidently make your next diamond purchase.

GIA’s Diamond Origin tells the story of how diamonds mined from these countries support jobs, education, and health care and in many cases, how they help protect the environment in and around …

While choosing a diamond is a very personal decision, evaluating a diamond should always be a matter of precision. At GIA, we are incredibly proud that our 4Cs of diamond quality continue to educate the …

The origin of a natural diamond. Forming the hardest natural mineral on earth. Billions of years ago, 100 miles (161 km) or more in the mantle of the earth, pressure, heat and carbon atoms converged, …