Diamonds were "born" billions of years ago, deep below the surface of the Earth. Formed of pure carbon, which crystallized under immense heat and pressure within the earth, diamonds were dramatically forced upward through volcanic eruptions. When admiring diamonds, especially those of a carat or more, considerations of cut, color, clarity, carat weight and shape are your guide to a diamond's quality and ultimately, value.

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