Happy birthday to everyone born in April! 𓍯𓇠 Do you know the birthstone for April? The word for diamond comes from the Greek "adamas," meaning "unconquerable strength." In Greek mythology, it was considered the guardian stone of Apollo, the sun god, and has long been believed to bring "beauty, wealth, and a home filled with love." This time, we'll introduce April's birthstone, the diamond.
◆Meaning of the Stone◆
The meaning of the diamond is "eternal bond," "immutability," and "purity," and wearing one is said to give the strength to overcome hardships. Additionally, giving a diamond is said to symbolize "a vow of an eternal bond and unchanging love," which is why engagement rings featuring diamonds are so popular.
◆Diamond, the King of Gemstones◆
April's birthstone, the diamond, is a mineral made of carbon and the only gemstone composed of a single element. It is said to be the hardest naturally occurring substance, with a Mohs hardness scale rating of 10, the maximum possible. This hardness is even utilized for polishing purposes. Diamonds also have a high refractive index of 2.42, meaning that when light enters, total internal reflection easily occurs, producing a beautiful sparkle that makes them widely used in jewelry.
Another appeal of diamonds is their rarity. Not only is the overall yield low, but the amount of rough diamond that meets jewelry grade is extremely limited, earning diamonds the title "king of gemstones."
When choosing diamond jewelry, it's important to know about the "4Cs." A diamond's value is determined by these four factors. If you'd like to learn more about the 4Cs, please also check out the related column below.
There are select shops nationwide that offer the option to embed such diamonds on the inside of wedding rings. If you're interested, please feel free to visit a store near you.
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