Diamonds were first discovered in India thousands of years ago, and since have been one of the world's most coveted gem in history. For a long time diamonds were only known to kings, today they remain still a substance that has great value and desired by many. The word diamond comes from the Greek adamas, in Roman it was called diamas meaning "the unconquerable". How strange then to see diamonds to be the ultimate gift a woman is given by the lover who wishes to conquer her heart.Diamonds are indeed magical, when your eyes catch a glimpse of its beauty, you can't help but admire it. When clustered together on a jewelry piece, these bright little gems fascinate and make you gasp. Legends of the diamonds are many. Beliefs of their healing and protective powers passed on from generation to generation through out the centuries. The diamond was thought to protect the wearer from fire, illness, and thieves. (Thieves? Diamond jewelry should be the one thing you leave behind in a safe today when traveling abroad!). Ancient astrologers associated the diamond to Aries the ram and believed to bring strength of mind to those born under this sign. (Feb 19-March 20). Every culture attributed different unique properties to it. For instance Romans would wear diamond on their left arm for bravery and victory in battle, while Hindus classed diamonds and their magical properties according to their color. Diamonds come in every color of the rainbow and a variety of shapes.
Fearlessness, bravery and courage, invincibility, and superior strength believed to be gained by wearing diamonds are just a few of the magical powers attributed to diamonds. But there still is a little catch, it was also believed that its powers would only work if the diamond was found naturally, or, when given as a pledge of love and friendship; now here we finally understand the reason for its strong presence in engagement rings.
