gemstone
Pink Diamond
Carbon (C)
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness of 10 on the Mohs scale, pink to rose color caused by lattice anomalies, adamantine luster, and isometric crystal system.
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Physical properties
Hardness of 10 on the Mohs scale, pink to rose color caused by lattice anomalies, adamantine luster, and isometric crystal system.
Formation & geological history
Formed deep in the Earth's mantle under extreme pressure and temperature, brought to the surface via kimberlite pipes over billions of years.
Uses & applications
Used primarily in fine jewelry and as a rare investment-grade collector asset.
Geological facts
Pink diamonds are among the rarest colored diamonds in the world, with the famous Argyle mine in Australia being a primary historic source.
Field identification & locations
Identified by extreme hardness, high refractive index, and distinctive pink hue; found in select diamond-producing regions globally.
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