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The Roman Scholar Pliny the Elder Confirms the Presence of Diamonds

In his books he describes many different minerals and gemstones and criticizes the obsession with engraved gems and hard stone carvings.

Sanskrit manuscript called the 'Arthasastra', or 'the Lesson of Profit' mentions a diamond

The earliest diamonds were found in India. A majority of these early stones were transported along the network of trade routes that connected India and China, commonly known as the Silk Road.

Alexander the Great brings the first Diamonds to Europe from India

The earliest diamonds were found in India. A majority of these early stones were transported along the network of trade routes that connected India and China, commonly known as the Silk Road.

Diamonds Discovered in India

The earliest diamonds were found in India. A majority of these early stones were transported along the network of trade routes that connected India and China, commonly known as the Silk Road.

The Briolette of India

A legendary diamond of 90.38 carats, which was believed to have been brought to England by Eleanor of Aquitaine.

A Diamond Cutting Industry Begins in Venice, Italy

It marks the commencement of a diamond industry in Medieval Europe.

The Point Cut

was developed which follows the natural shape of a raw diamond, reducing waste in the diamond cutting process.

Portuguese navigator Vasco da Gama Gives European Diamond Traders Better Access to India

This was achieved through the discovery of a new route to the Orient, that opened up the market for European diamond traders.

Diamond saws and jewelry lathes are developed

leading to modern diamond cuts, including the popular “round brilliant” cut. A scientific understanding of diamonds and what causes their formation leads to diamonds being mined globally.

Marcel Tolkowsky Publishes Groundbreaking Thesis

It details the ideal proportions for creating the round brilliant cut diamond which is still used today.

Hearts On Fire, The World’s Most Perfectly Cut Diamond, is founded by Glenn and Susan Rothman!