Someone once said, "A diamond is forever." The diamond is possibly the most sought after of all gemstones, being a symbol of wealth and success. In this report I intend to enlighten your knowledge on the characteristics of diamonds, how they are formed, and some of the famous diamonds in the world. My first topic is the characteristics of diamonds. The diamond is the hardest of all known, natural minerals. Diamonds are typically composed of …showed first 75 words of 519 total…

…showed last 75 words of 519 total…was the first large diamond to be cut by U.S. gem cutters, and a Brazilian, 129 carat, yellow diamond called "The Star of the South." The diamond has earned its rank as the most famous of all gemstones and is a true prize to those can get their hands on one. In writing this report I have gained a better knowledge of these fabulous gems, and I hope you have learned something from reading it.