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DIAMOND HISTORY

In the 8 century BC, Ancient Greeks named the stone “Adamas,” meaning “invincible,” “indestructible.” Warriors in ancient Greece wore diamonds to strengthen the warriors’ muscles and bring them invincibility.

In ancient India it was said that wearing a diamond would turn the danger away. In antiquity, a diamond was always thought to be a symbol of innocence and purity.  Jewish high priests used diamonds to determine the innocence or guilt of someone accused of a crime.

The more truthful someone was, the more the diamond would sparkle, whereas the diamond would dull and darken.

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DIAMOND HISTORY

In the 8 century BC, Ancient Greeks named the stone “Adamas,” meaning “invincible,” “indestructible.” Warriors in ancient Greece wore diamonds to strengthen the warriors’ muscles and bring them invincibility.

In ancient India it was said that wearing a diamond would turn the danger away. In antiquity, a diamond was always thought to be a symbol of innocence and purity.  Jewish high priests used diamonds to determine the innocence or guilt of someone accused of a crime.

The more truthful someone was, the more the diamond would sparkle, whereas the diamond would dull and darken.

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PROPERTIES

Diamonds are associated with the seventh chakra, uniting the mind with the body. The stone is said to help you accomplish your dreams and destiny.

Diamonds also have the power to stop stress, emotional pain, fear, and protect the owner from negative energies. Diamonds are believed to fill negativity with the purity of love.

LEGEND

The ancient Greeks believed that diamonds were the tears of the gods and the Romans thought that they were fragments of falling stars.

There is another legend saying that Chronos, god of Time, changed a young powerful, strong and rich man called Adamas into a precious stone. In the middle Age, diamonds were believed to be a “miracle stone”, having exceptional healing properties.

The diamond was always considered a stone of winners and were believed throughout history, to protect the wearer against thieves, fire, water, poison, illness and sorcery.