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What is the birth stone of 11 April 1983?

The birthstone for April is typically diamond or rock crystal. However, some sources also mention that the alternative birthstone for April, which may vary depending on the astrological or cultural system, is sapphire.


Why is the hope diamond blue in color?

The Hope Diamond gets its blue color from trace amounts of boron in its crystal structure. This impurity absorbs certain wavelengths of light, giving the diamond its distinct blue hue.


The hardest stone in the world?

The answer is Bile. previously diamond was thought to be the strongest stone in the world however diamond is in fact a crystal and a new stone known as Lonsdaleite has been found to be 58% stronger


What is a genuine diamond?

A genuine diamond is a natural, mined gemstone composed of carbon atoms arranged in a crystal lattice structure. It is known for its clarity, brilliance, and durability, making it a highly valued and sought-after gemstone in jewelry. Genuine diamonds are graded based on the 4Cs: carat weight, cut, color, and clarity.


What is a raw diamond?

A raw diamond, also known as a rough diamond, is an uncut and unpolished natural diamond that has been mined from the earth. It has not undergone any shaping or faceting to enhance its appearance, and its value is based on its carat weight, color, clarity, and quality of the rough crystal. Raw diamonds are typically processed and cut by a skilled gem cutter to reveal their brilliance and fire before being set into jewelry.

Related Questions

Is diamond a stone or a crystal?

Crystal


Is there a stone cheaper than a diamond?

Well if your looking for a stone that looks similar to a diamond that's not actually a diamond and is cheaper there are CZ's (Cubic zirconia) and can come in any color. There is also Swarovski Crystals, and of course you can go for natural semi-precious gemstones such as crystal quartz, and moonstone.


What is the hard stone in Pokemon Crystal?

Pokemon crystal? Well...in Pokemon Diamond it's a stone dice that powers up rock type moves.


What kinds of electricity not pass through?

wood, crystal, diamond, stone, granite


Diamond has almost haze colour to light grey or black look to it?

Take your stone to a certified gemologist to confirm that it is a diamond. It could be a crystal stone of another type, and not a diamond. One reason why a diamond stone would appear hazy to the naked eye is because of flaws in the stone. If the stone is a diamond, it is probably not an expensive stone, given its apparent lack of clarity.


What colours are in the Hope Diamond?

The Hope Diamond is basically a blue diamond.


Is diamond a crystal?

A mineral crystal is not necessarily a diamond, but a diamond is a mineral crystal. All minerals, such as diamond, have crystalline structures.


Is diamond from crystal stone?

Diamond is not considered a crystal stone, but rather a mineral composed of carbon atoms arranged in a unique crystal lattice structure. Its hardness, brilliance, and chemical composition set it apart from other crystal stones like quartz or amethyst.


Where is the crystal stone?

there is no crystal stone


What color is a diamond when crushed?

When a diamond is crushed, it typically retains its original color since its color comes from impurities or structural defects in the crystal lattice, which remain intact even when the diamond is broken down into smaller pieces. Therefore, the crushed diamond would appear the same color as the original diamond.


Can you break a diamond with a stone?

You may be able to accomplish this if you are willing to sacrifice a gemstone. In this case, you must strike the diamond at **exactly** the right spot in order to separate the diamond along its crystal plane. You may be able to accomplish this action more easily if you choose to take a stone to an industrial diamond, which has much less value than a gemstone, is flawed and lacks the more solid, extended crystal plane.


What makes the Hope Diamond blue?

It's blue cast comes from the mineral boron, which is included in trace amounts in the stone.