Diamonds are formed in a layer between the Earth’s crust and its core, known as the mantle. It is not entirely certain how diamonds are formed, but scientists do know that they are made up of carbon atoms that combine under intense pressure to form crystals.
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Diamonds come in several hues, with coloured diamonds being much more common
than colourless ones. According to the Natural History Museum, colour is affected by how nitrogen is
scattered throughout the stone.
Where in the world can you find coloured
diamonds?
Australia
If you like pink diamonds, the best place to source one is from the Argyle
Diamond Mine in northwest Australia. This remote mine is responsible for
supplying 90 per cent of the world’s pink diamonds. However, this only accounts
for a tiny proportion of the diamonds that the mine produces. Champagne brown
diamonds are also found in this mine. Men and women searching for these do need
to need to be careful to look out for creatures, animals and off course any
infections or diseases that may be lurking.
If you find diamonds but they are covered in asbestos its best to get
PPE equipment and thoroughly clean it in an open area. If you need help then call an Asbestos Survey Birmingham company who will come and check it out.
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Africa
For those seeking orange diamond eternity rings, it’s useful to know that most
of the world’s diamonds in this colour stem from Africa. The Congo, in
particular, is a hot spot for diamonds of this hue. South Africa is also famous
for its diamond production, with the Cullinan mine one of the most renowned in
the world. Expect to find blue and yellow diamonds from this part of the
African continent.
If you find black diamonds appealing, there is a good chance that they will
have come from Central Africa.
Northern Asia
We tend to associate Siberia with the cold and snow, but this region is
also famous for its production of purple diamonds.
Southern Asia
Head south to India, and you will come to the home of two of the world’s most
prominent diamonds: the Hope Diamond and the Wittelsbach-Graff Diamond. As you
might expect, India plays a large role in producing diamonds. In the Golconda
region in particular, you can find an abundance of blue diamonds.
South America
Naturally-occurring green diamonds are spectacularly rare, but they have been
found in South America. On very rare occasions, green diamonds have also been
sourced in Borneo and Central Africa.
Brazil is also a producer of diamonds in a wide variety of hues. Blue, brown,
pink, red and yellow diamonds have been mined in this South American country.