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Its History
It takes nature hundreds of millions of years to make a diamond. Over millennia, heat and pressure deep within the earth turn carbon, one of the basic elements of life, into a beautiful diamond. In time, the diamond crystals are driven closer to the earth’s surface by plate tectonics and volcanic activity, and after being harvested, can be found in places like the jewelry from VistaBella.
Humankind first found and exploited the properties of diamonds around 800 BCE. These diamonds were found in the riverbeds of India, and were thought to bring the possessor kismet, or good fortune. Today, diamonds are mined in Brazil and South Africa, as well as Canada, Russia and Australia.
Before the diamond was used for jewelry, the stone was used for drill bits and engraving tools. The Greeks named this hard, seemingly indestructible stone adamas, which means “invincible.” Knives could not cut it and other stones could not scratch it. The diamond maintains its sheen and shimmer for a lifetime.
Diamonds became symbols of strength, courage and invincibility in the Middle Ages. Its current status as the ultimate gift of love came by way of the Grecian myth about Cupid. In order for the arrows of Cupid to pierce the heart of any mortal, they had to be tipped with diamonds. Today, the diamond is the gem of choice to reflect love. Just as a diamond turns pure white light into the fire of the rainbow, so the gift of a diamond transforms the purity of your love into fire.
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How To Care For Diamonds
“Diamonds are indeed the hardest mineral, but with its great value you can consider it as that which the most fragile.”
When you are shopping for diamonds, most shoppers will pay attention to the Four C’s of diamond purchasing- clarity, color, cut and carat weight. But after you have selected the perfect diamond gift for a loved one or for yourself, you need to pay attention to the fifth “C” of diamonds which is care. VistaBella recommends a regular professional cleaning to keep your diamond jewelry looking magnificent. A professional cleaning clears off any build-up on the gem and gives the setting a high, just like new shine. You should also have the setting checked once a year by a professional jeweler. In between regular professional cleanings, you can take care of your diamond jewelry to keep it looking its best.
Cleaning
· Soak and wash your diamond jewelry. Use warm water with a mild detergent to clean off day-to-day dust. Use a very soft brush to remove more stubborn dirt, but be careful not to scratch the setting.
· Rinse with warm water. Rinse off the detergent residue and any lingering particles of dirt.
· Dry with a lint-free towel. After washing, use a lint-free cloth to pat the jewelry dry.
You can also try a solution of 1 part ammonia to 6 parts water for cleaning. Ethyl alcohol may be used as well. For hard-to-reach places, try a toothpick or unwaxed dental floss to remove tarnishing debris.
Ultrasonic cleaners are not recommended for diamonds with inclusions. The only thing that can scratch a diamond is another diamond, so keep your diamond jewelry in individual jewelry boxes so that your precious stones and settings will not get scratched. Diamond jewelry should be stored in soft pouches or fabric-lined jewelry cases to protect the stones and settings from accidental damage. You can also wrap diamond jewelry in tissue paper and store in small cardboard boxes. When traveling, don’t put your jewelry in your luggage. Take your jewelry in your carry-on bag so that you can have it with you at all times. Insure valuable pieces of jewelry against theft or loss.
Avoid touching the surface of the gem. Your fingers will leave traces of oil that dull the diamond’s brilliance. Do not expose the diamond to household chemicals such as chlorine bleach or hairspray. The chemicals can dull the finish of a diamond. Avoid wearing your diamond jewelry where it could be splattered with grease, lotions, oils or powders. Remove your diamond jewelry if you are doing rough or heavy work
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