Diamond is Forever, Why so?

Mohs scale of relative hardness has diamond rated as 10. The scale goes from hardest as 10 and softest as 1. Iron and Platinum are at 4.5 and Gold, silver Aluminium are at only 2.5 hardness. This shows how hard a diamond is. It is sturdiest of all gemstones too.

Most natural diamonds have ages between 1 billion and 3.5 billion years. It does not lose its colour or shine and is hence is passed on for generations.

A no maintainence asset, one which can be used thoroughly in your own lifetime and then passed on to the next generations with a definite appreciation of value. Diamond is thus always receiver’s pride. A diamond as a gift can never go wrong!

And yes, we do say that only a diamond can scratch a diamond. Diamond is very stable and extremely hard, but only somewhat tough. Hence care needs to be taken in regular wear so that the diamond does not chip on the sides or the tip of a loose diamond does not break. A diamond studded in the jewellery is less likely to be damaged than a loose diamond.