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What process do diamonds go through?
Diamonds go through a process called mining, where they are extracted from deep within the Earth's crust. Once mined, the diamonds are sorted, cut, and polished to enhance their brilliance and shape. Finally, the diamonds are graded for quality and then set into jewelry or sold as loose stones.
How do diamonds arrive in streams?
Some diamonds are found in rivers and in the mouths of rivers as they flow into the ocean. Water flowing over the tops of the volcanic pipes -- which push the stones to the earth's surface -- deposits the diamonds where they can be found in flowing water.These diamonds are called alluvial diamonds.
What is the study of diamonds and other precious stones?
The study of diamonds and other precious stones is known as gemology. Gemologists are experts who evaluate, grade, and identify gemstones based on their characteristics such as color, clarity, cut, and carat weight. They also study the geological processes that form these precious stones.
How do you know if a diamond ring contains actual diamonds?
To verify if a diamond ring contains real diamonds, you can have it examined by a professional jeweler who can assess the authenticity of the stones using specialized tools. A jeweler can perform various tests, like checking for diamond clarity and hardness, to confirm if the stones are genuine diamonds.
What branch of science deals with diamonds?
The branch of science that deals with diamonds is called mineralogy. It involves studying the formation, composition, structure, and properties of minerals, including diamonds. Diamond research also falls under the field of gemology, which focuses specifically on precious and semiprecious stones.
What is a cluster of diamonds called?
Loose diamonds are called loose diamonds. When set as a group, the term may describe the setting more than the stones, i.e., pave, which is a 'pavement' of diamond stones. Otherwise multiple diamonds are simply called diamonds.
What is the synonym for gem?
diamonds or stones
What is the difference between sweethearts and diamonds?
Sweethearts are usually people; diamonds are stones.
What has the author Louis Dieulafait written?
Louis Dieulafait has written: 'Diamonds and precious stones' -- subject(s): Gems, Precious stones, Diamonds
What do you call someone who studies and specializes in diamonds?
a diamondologist which is a subset of gemologists (study all precious and semi-precious stones)
Are emeralds the toughest stones of them all?
No, Diamonds are.
Would they set diamonds in 18kt G E?
Apparently, you are interested in whether or not the stones are real diamonds. Your best option is to take the jewelery to a local jeweler and ask the jeweler to use a probe to confirm that the stones are either diamonds or not diamonds.
Does the composition of a diamond have any affect on its cost?
Yes. While all diamonds are carbon, some diamonds are called coloured diamonds, because they contain traces of other minerals. For example, the Hope Diamond appears blue because it contains traces of boron. Fancy coloured diamond stones are usually more expensive that comparable 'colourless' stones.
What are the color measurement for diamonds?
There are several colour measurements for diamonds, including grades of 'white' and grades of coloured stones. You can read more about grades of 'white' diamonds, below. You can also read more about grades of coloured stones, below.
What is a diamond called of 100 carats or more called?
Usually stones of this size and larger are simply noted as 'important diamonds', many of which have names.You can see more important diamonds using the link, below, many of which are smaller than 100 carats.
What process do diamonds go through?
Diamonds go through a process called mining, where they are extracted from deep within the Earth's crust. Once mined, the diamonds are sorted, cut, and polished to enhance their brilliance and shape. Finally, the diamonds are graded for quality and then set into jewelry or sold as loose stones.
How are diamonds found manufactured in Southern Africa?
Southern African countries are known for mined diamonds, not manufactured diamonds. Sometimes the process of cutting and polishing raw stones is called 'manufacturing', in which case most of this work is completed currently in India, not Southern Africa.
