gemstone
Diamond (or Diamond Simulant)
C (Carbon) or synthetic equivalent
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness: 10 (diamond) or lower (simulants like cubic zirconia), Color: Colorless/White, Luster: Adamantine, Crystal structure: Isometric (diamond)
- Luster
- Adamantine, Crystal structure: Isometric (diamond)
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Physical properties
Hardness: 10 (diamond) or lower (simulants like cubic zirconia), Color: Colorless/White, Luster: Adamantine, Crystal structure: Isometric (diamond)
Formation & geological history
Natural diamonds form deep in the Earth's mantle under high pressure and temperature over billions of years. Simulants are synthesized in laboratories.
Uses & applications
Jewelry (stud earring shown), industrial cutting tools if natural/industrial grade.
Geological facts
Diamond is the hardest known natural material. It is composed of pure carbon atoms arranged in a crystal lattice.
Field identification & locations
A professional jeweler can easily distinguish natural diamonds from simulants using a loupe and thermal conductivity testers.
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