• Introduction
• The 4 C's
• Treatments
• Colored Diamonds
• Synthetic Diamonds
• Certification and Lab Reports
• Kimberly Process and Conflict Diamonds
• Precious Metals
• Glossary of Terms
• How to Care for your Diamond

Diamond Education and Information

The diamond is one of the hardest natural substances on earth, earning a 10 on Mohs' scale. Composed of carbon atoms, the diamond is the result of one of its crystallized structures, the other being graphite. Since it is such a hard substance, the diamond resists scratching and can withstand a lot of wear and tear. Due to this, the diamond is ideal for use in jewelry.

Learning and understanding the diamond should be simple and straightforward. It is an important step towards making an educated and informed decision in finding the perfect diamond.

No two diamonds are the same. They may have similar characteristics, but each diamond is unique. Cut, Carat, Color, Clarity are important characteristics and attributes in the diamond that should be taken into consideration. Each of these factors has an impact on the diamond's appearance, beauty, brilliance, scintillation and value among others.