s Diamond Really the April Birthstone? Unravel the Mystery at Giliarto
During Biblical times, there was a priest who wore 12 different gemstones on his breastplate. Each of this stones was associated with a particular sign of the zodiac (some say the 12 months of a year). Each month came to be associated with a particular stone and people used to wear that stone in that month.
Beyond the White Diamond
The most prized month in terms of birthstones is April. The reason is that the most valuable gemstone – the diamond – is considered the birthstone for April. We tend to think of the diamond as a brilliantly shining white colored gemstone, but there are actually several shades to a diamond. You will see shades of yellow, pink, red, green and blue in diamonds. In fact, diamonds with some shades of color are costlier than the ones in pure white color, even though the color technically comes from ‘impurities’ in the diamond. Diamonds were first mined in India but now are found in several countries, of which South Africa has the highest density of occurrence. Diamonds are very popular across the world and there are many reasons for this.
A Gem of Awe and Admiration
A diamond is looked upon with awe and admiration for its beauty, hardness and durability. Of all gemstones, the diamond has the best ‘sparkle’ and ‘dazzle’ because of the unique internal reflection of light from one layer to the other. The word diamond is adapted from the Greek word ‘adamas’ which means invincible. But in the context of birth stones, a diamond is also credited with healing powers apart from its usual properties. Diamonds worn on the body are believed to purify the blood, and also control brain diseases. Apart from its curative properties, a diamond is often gifted as a symbol of unending love, which is why it finds pride of place in engagement rings and marriage rings.
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Is it normal to have a loose stone in my ring?
Is It Normal for Diamonds to Become Loose?
Yes, it’s normal.
While loose stones can be caused by a problem with the ring, it usually happens from everyday wear and tear.
It’s like getting a flat tire on your car—not because the tire is bad, but because it hit something sharp.
Why Did My New Ring Have a Loose Stone So Soon, While My Old Ring Stayed Secure for Years?
This is a common question. Not all jewelry is the same. Some rings might never have a loose stone, while others need more frequent care.
It depends on how the stones are set and where they’re placed. For example, a ring with stones all around (like an eternity band) might need more maintenance than a ring with stones only on the top. A common prong setting is also more likely to have loose stones than a channel-set band, which has metal on both sides of the stones for protection.
