Diamond - The Birthstone of April

Diamond - The Birthstone of April

Diamond is the birthstone of April. Diamonds are thought to better relationships and increase inner strength. Other benefits of wearing diamonds were said to include sense of balance and clarity of mind. It also symbolizes eternal love. Natural diamonds are very rare which makes it a special gift for someone closest to your heart. Diamond is from the Greek word Adamas which means invincible.

Diamonds are the hardest natural element on earth. It comes in a variety of color depending on its type of impurities. The most desirable color is white with clarity D. The factors that determine the value and quality of a diamond is referred to as the 4C's which stands for cut, color, clarity, and carat weight. You can read more about diamonds from our blog here.

Throughout the Middle Ages, diamonds had been considered to carry healing powers and treat health conditions specifically on sicknesses coming from the brain and the pituitary gland. By heating the diamond and taking it to bed, it was believed to remove the toxic substances crippling the body. When combined with other gemstones like Amethyst, diamonds were thought to boost energy and bring back balance and clarity of the wearer.

Diamonds are deemed “King of all Birthstones,” and could be the perfect present for people born in April.