When you think of diamonds, black diamonds (also known as carbonado) may not be the first diamonds that come to mind. However, diamonds of this color are indeed the highlight of jewelry, even wedding rings, especially if you want something unusual or are looking for a unique alternative to colorless diamonds. Of course, it's also very fashionable. Find out more about black diamonds here and browse our Black Diamond Ring Collection.
What is a black diamond?
Special Meaning of Black Diamond
The rarity and price of black diamonds
Black diamonds in jewelry
What is a black diamond?
Let's start by correcting a common misunderstanding: this kind of diamond (carbonado) is actually natural and found in alluvial deposits in Brazil and the Central African Republic. It is not as hard as other colorless and colored diamonds (because there are more pores).
Not every diamond mine can find black diamonds, in fact, the opposite is true. Only three places in the world can find black diamonds. According to many scientists, they originated from meteorites that attacked the earth millions of years ago. It is generally believed that their remains fell in Brazil and the Central African Republic. It is believed that the meteorite fell to the earth in the Pangea era. At that time, South America was still bordering Africa, so it was occasionally found in South Africa.
Special Meaning of Black Diamond
As you know, colored gemstones have different meanings. It is generally believed that black diamonds represent action, enthusiasm and vitality, as well as authority and power. Don't you believe in the symbolic meaning? Then, please give your black diamond jewelry your personal meaning: precious stones are rare and precious, so jewelry is a symbol of true love.
The ring with this gem looks very manly. This is why more and more men choose to set black stone on their wedding rings. It really shows its characteristics, especially in the tiling and close nailing. It is the ultimate combination of unique men's wedding rings.
Women will also be immediately conquered by the charm of black diamond rings. The slightly rounded ring can make the whole look elegant and extraordinary. So if you are a couple, you can choose a set of proposal and wedding rings with black diamonds.
The rarity and price of black diamonds
These diamonds belong to the regular color diamond grade. The price of many colored gemstones is relatively high, but the price of dark colored gemstones is relatively low. Indeed, black will absorb light, making the luster of gemstones become dim, leading to lower prices. Black diamonds are almost as rare as pink or blue diamonds. In fact, the price of black diamonds is equal to that of colorless diamonds.
Three famous black diamonds
Black diamonds are not usually the most popular diamonds, but over the years, these black diamonds have gained worldwide reputation.
1.Amsterdam Diamond: This beautiful 33.74 carat black diamond was found in South Africa in 1972. The diamond is pear shaped, and its name is to commemorate the 7th anniversary of the establishment of Amsterdam. Now, this diamond is embedded in a necklace with 15 other colorless diamonds.
2.Black Orlov: This extraordinary diamond was discovered in the 19th century and is also known as the Eye of Brahma. It is said that this black diamond is cursed because several people who once owned it committed suicide. One of the owners is the Russian princess Nadia Vygin Orlov, and this diamond is named after her.
3.Spirit of the Grisogono Diamond: It is the largest black diamond ever. The name comes from Grisogono, a Swiss jeweler who cut the diamond. Now, this 312 carat black diamond is set on a white gold ring, and 700 colorless small broken diamonds are also set on it.
Black diamonds in jewelry
The black diamonds embedded in the jewelry look beautiful and outstanding. In recent years, black diamond proposal and wedding rings have been loved by men and women, and their popularity has increased significantly. For example, Carrie Bradshaw, the actress in the album Sex and the City, was found wearing black diamond proposal rings. Black diamonds on cufflinks or a single necklace look equally dazzling.
Which precious metals are most suitable for matching with black diamonds?
Gold and red gold are too eye-catching, so white gold or platinum is a good choice because they can present beautiful color contrast. Both of these precious metals highlight the perfect black color and are suitable for all black diamond jewelry from wedding rings to cufflinks. Platinum is more durable and platinum is cheaper, so you can choose.
You can also consider our customized services to make jewelry. Working with our consultants, you can design black diamond jewelry completely according to your own ideas.
