THE KING OF GEMS - THE DIAMOND

The Diamond, known as "The King of Gems", has a history steeped in power and romance. Its name is from the Greek word ''adamus', which means unconquerable. Throughout the centuries the diamond's natural brilliance and hardness has ascribed many virtues to this stone. It was believed to endow its wearer with strength, fortitude and courage. It was also believed the wearer's true nature would be revealed through its reflectiveness, good or bad. As the ultimate symbol of romance, (reputed to strengthen the bonds of love) it is the preferred stone for engagement and wedding rings. The diamond is the birthstone for April and the anniversary stone for the 75th year of marriage.