General
Category Native Minerals
Chemical formula C
Identification
Molecular Weight 12.01 u
Color Typically yellow, brown or gray to colorless. Less often in blue, green, black, translucent white, pink, violet, orange, purple and red.[1]
Crystal habit Octahedral
Crystal system Isometric-Hexoctahedral (Cubic)
Cleavage 111 (perfect in four directions)
Fracture Conchoidal - step like
Mohs Scale hardness 10[1]
Luster Adamantine[1]
Polish luster Adamantine[1]
Refractive index 2.4175–2.4178
Optical Properties Singly Refractive[1]
Birefringence none[1]
Dispersion .044[1]
Pleochroism none[1]
Ultraviolet fluorescence colorless to yellowish stones - inert to strong in long wave, and typically blue. Weaker in short wave.[1]
Absorption spectra In pale yellow stones a 415.5 nm line is typical. Irradiated and annealed diamonds often show a line around 594 nm when cooled to low temperatures.[1]
Streak Colorless
Specific gravity 3.52 (+/- .01)[1]
Density 3.5-3.53
Diaphaneity Transparent to subtransparent to translucent

8 1/2 Carat Princess-Cut Sapphire and White Topaz Sterling Silver Bracelet
Go glamorous with this dazzling 8-1/2 tgw gemstone bracelet in sterling silver. Sixty-six sparkling, princess-cut sapphires, channel-set, are accented by 156 pavé-set, round-cut white topaz stones for one dazzling line of luxury.

2 Carat Diamond 14K White Gold Stud Earrings
No jewelry collection is complete without a pair of exquisite diamond stud earrings. These beauties fit the bill particularly well. Dazzling round stones are set in a simple and elegant white gold four prong settings. A dazzling look.

1/2 Carat Princess-Cut Diamond 14K White Gold Earrings
Majestic and glowing with radiance... dazzling 1/2 ctw diamond earrings cast a magical glow in 14k white gold. Eight sparkling princess cut diamonds are invisible set on the lustrous white gold settings.

14K Yellow Gold Geometric Charm Necklace
Bold 1 inch geometric shapes in glistening gold interlock in this stunning charm necklace, creating a dramatic and chic accessory brimming with personality. These quadrangles have a retro flair updated for today’s avant-garde woman.

1/2 Carat Diamond 14K White Gold Necklace
The perfect Necklace. Unique, yet simple and sweet, this cushion shape, round motif has retro appeal and is completely versatile. Easy to wear, this is crafted with 14k white gold and is encrusted with half carat diamonds. A lovely look.

3 Carat Brilliant Cut Diamond TACORI Engagement Ring Platinum GIA Certificate Center
Express your eternal love with this gorgeous engagement ring. A delicate, handcrafted in California design is the ultimate in high fashion. These sparkling diamonds beautifully accent a sleek, polished band of lustrous platinum.

1/4 Carat Diamond 14K White Gold Ring
Dazzling white diamonds and lustrous white gold glisten together gorgeously in this exquisite geometric ring. A sculpted band design is gorgeously rendered in gleaming white gold and encrusted with fiery diamonds. A spectacular look.

1/5 Carat Diamond TACORI Cross 18k White Gold
A brilliant diamond cross pendant. This exquisite piece sparkles from the Tacori Touch. Classic, yet "haute cool" this precious individualized cross is set in gleaming 18k white gold and hangs from a delicate gold chain which is adjustable to 16 inches.

1/3 Carat Diamond 14K White and Yellow Gold Pendant w/Chain
A dazzling diversion... exquisite 1/3 ctw diamond pendant sparkles with glamour in 14K white and yellow gold. Shimmering round-cut diamonds are delicately set on the white gold setting. Suspended on a 14K white gold chain.