Types Of Diamonds

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Diamonds are classified broadly under the categories of Natural Diamond, Synthetic Industrial Diamond and Thin Film Diamonds on the basis of their process of origination.

Diamonds remain to be the most fascinating gift that a woman can ever dream about. The word “diamond” is derived from a Greek word “adamas” which stands for “invincible". Due to its atomic structure, diamond is the hardest natural matter. This expensive and translucent gem is made of carbon.

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