gemstone
Diamond (Cut Gemstone)
Carbon (C)
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness: 10 (Mohs scale); Color: Colorless; Luster: Adamantine; Crystal Structure: Isometric/Cubic; Cleavage: Perfect octahedral; Specific Gravity: 3.51-3.53
- Hardness
- 10 (Mohs scale)
- Color
- Colorless
- Luster
- Adamantine
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Physical properties
Hardness: 10 (Mohs scale); Color: Colorless; Luster: Adamantine; Crystal Structure: Isometric/Cubic; Cleavage: Perfect octahedral; Specific Gravity: 3.51-3.53
Formation & geological history
Formed deep within the Earth's mantle under extreme heat and pressure, brought to the surface by kimberlite and lamproite volcanic eruptions, typically billions of years old.
Uses & applications
Primarily used in high-end jewelry and industrial applications for cutting, grinding, and drilling due to its extreme hardness.
Geological facts
Diamonds are the hardest known natural substance. The Cullinan Diamond is the largest gem-quality rough diamond ever found, weighing 3,106 carats.
Field identification & locations
Identify by its brilliance, dispersion (fire), and ability to scratch any other material. Found in cratons (ancient continental cores) in South Africa, Russia, Canada, and Australia.
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