The Appeal of Diamonds

Throughout history of humanity, diamonds have stood for power, prestige, courage, devotion, invincibility, love and lust. But in reality, diamonds are merely rocks, a mineral gem made up of simple carbon crystals that have formed inside the Earth for thousands and millions of years. So what is it about this precious gem that makes it stand above the rubies, emeralds, sapphires and other precious stones of the world? Diamonds used to be rare. It was only through recent technology and discovery of diamond mines in Africa has it been marketed as a global commercial item. But there was a time when any diamond that was mined and crafted was reserved only for the king. ...

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