Diamond

Diamond is the hardest mineral on earth commanding a 10 on the Mohs hardness scale. It has an extremely high refractive index creating that dispersion or rainbow effect known to diamonds. They are one of the best-known and most sought-after gemstones. The hardness of diamond and its high dispersion of light gives diamond its characteristic “fire” making it an ideal gemstone for jewelry, especially wedding jewelry.

Diamonds are graded based on the “four Cs”; color, cut, clarity, and carat. Other characteristics, such as presence of lack of florescence, also affect the desirability and value of a diamond.