Diamonds are associated with luxury and wealth. In fact, these are cut diamonds, which, in turn, are a rare mineral carried by lava flows from the depths of the earth's crust. It is interesting that the “relatives” of diamonds are graphite (the one found in pencils) and coal. But due to pressure and temperature, diamonds look completely different.
Origin
It is impossible to say with certainty when diamonds were first discovered, because their appearance is associated with the origin of planet Earth. But when faced with the find for the first time, the man realized how valuable it was. Moreover, we are talking not so much about the issue of the cost of the stone, but about its natural properties, which in one way or another influence people.
Thus, the first mention in history says that diamonds were found in Indian rivers in the 4th century. BC e. But the date of the actual discovery of the stone belongs to 1867 in Kimberley. Today, South Africa remains the primary location for the gemstone.
Story
Diamond is the true king of precious stones. But it received recognition only after they in the 15th century .
The mineral got its name from the Arabic word “almas,” which translates as “the hardest.” Each nation called this nugget differently, but all the names had similar meanings - “indestructible”, “solid”, “eternal”.
The Greeks called it "adamas", the Romans - "diamond", the British - "diamond". The designation for gem came into Russian from the Turkic “al mass”.
Like many gems, the diamond began its historical journey from the treasuries of Indian rulers. In India they mined this stone, but they did not know how to cut it due to the super-hardness of the nugget. Diamond became among the Hindus a symbol of firmness and inviolability of power.
When Alexander the Great brought a certain amount of these gems from his Indian campaign, Europe and the Middle East became acquainted with diamond nuggets.
A diamond gained its true brilliance and glory after being cut into a diamond. We learned how to cut super-hard stone in Flanders. There, after some time, they developed a cut with 57 facets, and the outfits of gentlemen and ladies of the Rococo era sparkled with diamonds. Since then, the diamond has become the most valuable gemstone available to few.
Artificial Diamonds
Artificial diamonds are called synthetic, i.e. grown artificially. Data from geological processes, pressure, and temperature are taken into account, and as a result, a person receives an analogue that is barely distinguishable from a natural diamond. The crystals have a similar structure, but the synthetic sample has no defects or inclusions.
Artificially grown diamonds are usually used in industry, because devices for equipment, optical materials, and electronics are created on the basis of diamonds and diamond chips. In the jewelry niche, synthetic diamonds make up 3%, but the cost is much lower than natural samples.
Health effects
The magical properties of the stone are great, but it also has other good qualities, especially healing ones. For example, diamond helps treat women's diseases, depression, neuroses, and infectious diseases. It is perfect for pregnant women, helping to facilitate childbirth and carry a healthy baby. For Virgo, the stone will be an excellent cure for fatigue and apathy.
In general, the mineral affects the zodiac signs differently, even in terms of health. For Scorpio, its effect will be the treatment of problems with the gastrointestinal tract, for Taurus it will restore the immune system after serious illnesses, and for Aries it will give complete recovery from any diseases.
The power of diamonds always strengthens the immune system and also calms the nerves. Stones reduce body temperature, improve metabolism, brain function, heart function, and other internal organs. Well, many doctors talk about the positive impact of jewelry decorated with diamonds on mental health.
Medicinal properties
Even though modern people are accustomed to receiving diamonds as a sign of attention, in ancient times they attached great importance to the stone, since they observed its healing effect on the human body.
- Diamonds help normalize sleep;
- Calm the nervous system;
- Helps improve dermatological ailments;
It was believed that the jewel strengthens the immune system and improves the functioning of human organs and systems. Diamonds helped ancient women who had lost hope of having a child to conceive, bear and easily give birth to offspring. In addition, the gem slows down the aging process.
Interesting facts
A real pure diamond can only be recognized by an experienced jeweler or gemologist who studies minerals. Moreover, it becomes a diamond only after appropriate processing.
However, in nature there is an analogue of a precious stone that, even without cutting, sparkles like a real diamond. This is the so-called Herkimer diamond, discovered in New York State, North America.
It is also sometimes called the Herkmayer Diamond because a deposit of rock crystal, polished by Mother Nature, is located near the city that bears this name. It is difficult to distinguish it from a diamond by its appearance, especially if it consists of homogeneous crystals.
Local residents who discovered this semi-precious stone value the Herkimer “diamond” no less than the real thing. In their opinion, it, like its expensive brother, has healing and magical properties.
“Diamonds are a girl’s best friend,” these were the words in one once popular youth song. Some poet came up with this to please the times when spiritual values began to be replaced by material ones. Firstly, these jewelry befits mature or married ladies. And secondly, no matter how wonderful they are, they can never replace live friendly communication.
Magic properties
People have been associated with diamonds for a very long time, and they observed some patterns that were difficult to explain in simple language. There are some signs associated with them, confirmed by eyewitnesses.
- Since ancient times, diamonds have been taken for hunting, which resulted in a rich “catch”;
- believes that the jewel helps to sharpen hearing and vision, and this was tested during the same hunt;
- In addition, the diamond protected the owners, who, by the way, if they had the stone with them, did not get into trouble, no matter how big or small.
Diamonds are a symbol of love - mutual, sincere and faithful. Giving jewelry to your chosen one was not just a romantic gesture - the pebble became a talisman of relationships.
Air element
Scales
A diamond and the zodiac sign Libra are a good combination if the latter choose a yellow stone as their talisman. It is best to enclose it in a ring or ring. With such a stone, Libra is not afraid of career troubles and problems in relationships with people.
Aquarius
For Aquarius, a diamond will be an assistant in achieving their desired goal. But representatives of this sign cannot wear jewelry with it all the time - this will bring disharmony and a constant feeling of anxiety into their lives. Advice - Aquarius should wear this jewelry only in those moments when a difficult meeting is ahead or an important fateful issue is being resolved.
Twins
Geminis should not wear diamonds. For most of them, the stone will not bring joy; on the contrary, their mental balance will be disturbed, they will begin to doubt the correctness of any of their actions. In particularly difficult cases, you can develop neurosis and various nervous problems.
How to spot a fake
In the jewelry industry, there are so-called legal analogues of diamonds, be it a synthetic sample, cubic zirconia, mussanite (and their analogues). However, the documentation must contain information about the characteristics of the stones.
The most common methods for identifying a fake are:
- a diamond will easily scratch glass if you run a jewel across it;
- the pebble will be absolutely intact if you try to scratch it.
However, the surest way to verify the authenticity of a stone is to check its certificate, so it is better to purchase it in jewelry stores.
Note
Persistent, indestructible, alluring, luxurious. In relation to a diamond, an endless number of epithets can be cited that describe its essence. This gem is truly majestic, although for a long time it hid its greatness under the mask of plainness. Today, diamonds occupy one of the first places in the hearts of true connoisseurs of beauty and luxury.
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How to wear and care
Esotericists claim that wearing a diamond ring on a certain finger can have a great influence on a person:
- index finger: endows the owner with leadership qualities, determination, courage, helps a person in a leadership position;
- medium: suppresses impulsiveness, balances the wearer, gives inner harmony;
- unnamed: allows lonely people to determine their creative impulses, and will become a talisman for relationships for lovers;
- little finger: makes the owner eloquent, prevents confusion, for example, suitable for people associated with trade.
PRICE
Diamonds
In ancient times, it was noticed that the seeds of the Ceratonia siliqua tree have a rare constant mass - 0.19 grams.
Because of this, they began to compare the weight of gems with the weight of these seeds. After this, the final answer was given - one carat, this is a value equal to the weight of one carob seed. Despite the fact that at present this method of measurement is no longer used, the term, consonant with the name of the tree, remains. The carat weight also remained unchanged – 0.2 grams. The price range of stones is quite wide. The price of a diamond depends on many characteristics of the stone:
- Cut
- Transparency
- The price of a stone increases many times over if it is perfectly transparent
- The absence or presence of cracks or inclusions in the stone - specimens with defects are many times cheaper
- Stone size. A 1-carat diamond can reach 6.5 mm in diameter. With high levels of transparency, purity and color, it can reach 12,000 USD.
- Color. The most expensive stones are colorless or have a blue tint. Colored diamonds, which are quite common, are cheaper.
Cleaning
Whenever possible, contact of the diamond with human skin should be avoided, both when wearing and when cleaning.
- cleaning is carried out with a lint-free cloth or a piece of soft velvet;
- wet cleaning is carried out using a weak, low-alkaline soap solution, into which the stone is dipped for a couple of minutes, the water should not exceed 40 degrees. Soap can be replaced with an alcohol solution;
- After removing it from the solution, wipe the diamond dry and repeat the procedure if necessary. Do not leave it in the open sun.
Meaning in esotericism
Diamonds have very strong energy. This needs to be taken into account: if you neglect a stone, it can “take offense” at the owner and bring him negativity. It also reacts negatively to bad people, so if you are prone to envy, bitterness or cowardice, then the diamond will not bring anything good. However, if you are trying to get rid of negative character traits, then a magic stone will help.
The character of diamonds is partly transmitted to their owners. This is why many government officials and nobility love this mineral so much. Bravery, inner strength, purity of thoughts, pride, nobility, determination - these are the main qualities that a diamond gives to people. The stone will also give a woman an increased sense of self-esteem and help get rid of complexes. At the same time, the brought traits remain with the owner for life.
It is very useful for people who practice magic to wear diamonds. They help the spiritual world to open up as much as possible. They also contribute to the development of the gift of clairvoyance and understanding of people. Crystals have a positive effect on the intellect, improving concentration, memory and thinking.
Many practitioners use the stone in various magical rituals, using its raging energy. For example, the famous “Star of Africa” diamond was bought from a shaman, who used the jewel as a source of magical powers and an object for predictions.
Diamonds are perfect for the role of a talisman. They protect the wearer from the negative influence of other people, damage, and the evil eye. They also ensure good luck in business and success at work. The magical properties of a diamond allow its owners to worry and worry less, as well as find a way out of the most difficult situations.
It is believed that diamonds and their magical properties are not suitable for unmarried girls or unmarried young men, as they can bring discord into relationships. At the same time, the stone does not negatively affect married couples. Diamond also very quickly accumulates negative energy, so it should be regularly left in running water overnight to cleanse it. The value of the purity of a diamond stone is very high.
Any inclusion of black color means that the stone carries negativity. It is believed that the stone has always brought misfortunes and serious illnesses to lovers of such inclusions.
It is best if the gem was presented by a loved one, especially if it is a family member. Crystals received as an inheritance or passed down from generation to generation preserve the family. A diamond purchased on your own is also a good option, but a diamond that is stolen or taken away will take away everything bright from the life of a dishonest person.
These were the general facts about the effects of diamonds.
Here is a description of the influence of diamonds depending on their color:
- Black diamond protects against inner weakness, tendency to hysterics and tears.
- A blue stone improves health, teaches the owner to understand the needs of his body, and to work on the body.
- Yellow - especially good at protecting religious people from evil thoughts.
- Red diamond increases vitality and energy, and gives the ability to solve problems.
- Green stones help pregnant women and mothers.
- The pink hue softens cruel people and strengthens families.
- Brown pebbles stabilize life and gently guide a person in the right direction.
- Blues bestow creativity and help reveal talents to the fullest.
- Colorless ones cleanse the soul of difficult memories and bring harmony to the inner world.
