gemstone
Diamond Ring
C (Carbon)
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness 10 on Mohs scale, Adamantine luster, Isometric crystal system, Cubic cleavage, Specific gravity 3.51
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Physical properties
Hardness 10 on Mohs scale, Adamantine luster, Isometric crystal system, Cubic cleavage, Specific gravity 3.51
Formation & geological history
Formed deep in Earth's mantle under extreme pressure and temperature, brought up by deep volcanic eruptions (kimberlites) over billions of years.
Uses & applications
Used primarily in fine jewelry, cutting tools, and industrial abrasives.
Geological facts
Diamonds are the hardest known natural substance on Earth and are billions of years old.
Field identification & locations
Identified by extreme hardness, high refractive index, and adamantine luster. Mined globally in South Africa, Russia, Canada, and Australia.
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