Gemstones Love & Care Guide

Diamond

Physical characteristics

  • ✧ Species

    Diamond

  • ✧ Hardness

    10

  • ✧ Composition

    Carbon

  • ✧ Mineral Family

    Native element

  • ✧ Luster

    Adamantine

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About Diamond

Undoubtedly, Diamond is one of the world's most sought-after and adored gemstones. It is known as the hardest mineral on Earth, combined with its exceptional lustre and brilliant fire have made it the most highly prized of all gems.

Its name comes from the Greek word "Adamas", which means invincible; and is associated with eternal love, trust and an everlasting blessed relationship. This makes it the top choice for wedding anniversaries and engagement rings.

Colour range of Diamond

Colorless - White - Rainbow of colors

Diamond Care Tips

  • Wearing

    Wearing

    ✦ Can be worn daily.

    ✦ Avoid extreme heat, temperature changes, steaming, chemicals if your diamond had many inclusions or has been treated.

    ✦ Avoid contact with home detergents or chemical products such as perfumes, makeup, lotions, and nail polish removers.

  • Storage

    Storage

    ✦ Store in individual soft pouch or fixed slot in jewellery box. Diamonds can scratch other gemstones and even other Diamonds easily.

    ✦ Keep chains and bracelets fastened so they don’t get tangled.

    ✦ Away from direct sunlight, in a dark, cool and dry place.

  • Cleaning

    Cleaning

    ✦ Clean with soft dry jewellery cloth.

    ✦ Wash with lukewarm water with a gentle soap.

    ✦ Durable and safe for ultra sonic cleaners (for untreated diamond).

    ✦ Use Bling Brush Jewellery Cleaner

Diamond Extra Care

✦ Avoid applying hand creams or soaps while wearing as diamonds attract greases.

✦Although hard, diamond can cleave or fracture if knocked in wrong direction. Avoid sharp knocks.

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