Diamond - April Birthstone

Those born in April have some sparkling choices when it comes to gemstones! That includes diamonds - the April birthstone .

April babies are lucky. Their traditional birthstone is the ever-coveted diamond. Diamonds are certainly a very special and thoughtful gift, as well as being expensive. Fortunately, there are alternatives to the expensive diamonds. White topaz is another stunning April birthstone. Although diamonds and white topaz look quite similar to the naked eye, they certainly have distinct characteristics.

 

Diamonds are considered the ultimate symbol of love and faithful devotion. Diamonds mean a lot to many people. In the world of gemstones, because of their precious nature, diamonds are placed on a pedestal of their own.

The formation of diamonds

Diamonds are the hardest natural substance on Earth. They were formed billions of years ago, hundreds of feet below the surface of the Earth, through immense amounts of pressure and incredibly high temperatures, ranging from 2000º to 3000º F. Over time, the stones were pushed to the surface through volcanic activity and then mined.

Color of diamonds

In their purest form, diamonds are colorless. While many people associate diamonds with the clear, sparkling stones, they come in a variety of colors. Yellow and brown diamonds are the most common, while red and blue variations are among the rarest diamond colors.

 

Healing Properties of Diamonds

Diamonds are believed to do more than just make a person rich and beautiful. Diamonds symbolize purity and bring light to the lives of those who wear them. In ancient times, diamonds were believed to protect people from stomach ailments, poisoning, and memory loss. Ancient cultures also believed that diamonds could heal in a variety of ways:

1. Childbirth support
2. Motherhood Support (Blue Diamond)
3. Protection against theft, wild animals, snakes and fire
4. Reduce fatigue
5. Reduce nightmares
6. Reduce depression
7. Purify the organs used to eliminate waste

 

Diamonds: More than just jewelry

When people think of diamonds, they think of jewelry, and they would be right to do so. This April birthstone is used in almost every piece of jewelry imaginable. Additionally, diamonds are used in many other industries including automobiles, the road industry, and medicine & surgery.

White Topaz

If diamonds are too expensive for you, white topaz is a less expensive option for those who want a similar color. White topaz can have the same clarity as diamonds, but it cannot match the quality, brilliance, and brilliance. Those who want to wear white topaz should wear a smaller stone, as the larger the white topaz, the more obvious the difference between it and a diamond.

"The Diamond Impostor"

In the 1700s, a 1,680-carat gemstone was mined in Brazil. The giant stone was named the 'Braganza Diamond' and was mounted in the Portuguese crown. It was believed to be the largest diamond in the world. But it turns out that this stunning stone is not a diamond at all. It is, in fact, a large white topaz.

 

Healing properties of white topaz

White topaz has long been believed to have healing properties for those who wear it. Specifically, white topaz helps those who wear it think positively, enhance memory function and clarity. Similar to blue topaz, white topaz is also believed to have the ability to heal long-term depression in some people.

Natural white topaz rough stone is used to cure stress, anxiety and restlessness. Pure white topaz can even relieve migraines, headaches and problems with the nasal cavity, skin, and nails.

White Topaz Mining

White topaz mining occurs primarily in Brazil. Other countries involved in white topaz mining include Russia, the United States, Madagascar, Pakistan, Nigeria, Sri Lanka, and Mexico.