All About Diamonds

Thousands of years ago, diamonds were initially reserved for royalty and nobility., Diamonds, the hardest mineral ever discovered, are the purest substance that occurs in nature. In All About Diamonds, author Lana Frank shares a host of valuable information and facts about diamonds. Filled with ample colorful illustrations and photos,Lana Frank, an accomplished diamond cutter, gives valuable insights into diamonds, what they are, and why they are important. She provides an overview of:the physical properties of diamondsthe history of diamondsthe formation of diamonds in the earthwhere diamonds are foundthe mining and manufacturing processthe history of diamond cuttingdiamonds main characteristics fancy-colored, famous, and synthetic diamondsA resource for science collections, school projects, and general education, All About Diamonds gives a thorough description of the exciting world of this fascinating precious mineral.