Diamond
Facts:
Diamond Fact: The largest
rough diamond ever found in the world is the Cullinan Diamond from
South Africa: 3,106 carats.
Diamond Fact: The typical brilliant-cut
diamond has 58 facets; 33 on the crown (top) and 25 on the pavilion
(bottom).
Diamond Fact: Diamonds are the hardest substance
on earth, but because they have grain, they can be chipped if struck.
Diamond Fact: 80% of the world's diamonds are
not suitable for jewelry.
Diamond Fact: Most diamonds found in nature are
1 million to 3 million years old.
Diamond Fact: Diamonds are created deep within
the earth, 75 miles or deeper. They are carried to the surface by
kimberlite pipes which form in certain types of volcanoes.
Diamond Fact: A rough diamond will lose 40% - 70%
of its weight in the cutting process.
Diamond Fact: Only a diamond cuts another diamond.
Diamond Fact: The Greek root word for diamond
means unconquerable. |
