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The Hindus, who were known to use diamonds in the eyes of their statues, believed that diamonds were created when bolts of lightning struck rocks. Diamonds were also believed to attract lightning bolts.

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While diamonds are one of the hardest substances in nature (although recent research has proved otherwise), synthetic nanomaterials have been created that are much harder.

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ring: mid-16th century; cameo: early Hellenistic 4th century B.C.

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Some of the world's most famous diamonds, including the Hope Diamond, have been set in platinum.

Delicate by royal standards, the Pendant Brooch is home to two Cullinan diamonds, namely the emerald cut Cullinan VI and elegant marquise cut Cullinan VIII.

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The ancient Egyptians, Central Americans and the Chinese also buried jade with their dead, usually in the mouth. Green stones were most often used, they were meant to represent the heart.

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Golden Calcite atop Biotite with Magnetite

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Most commonly still worn today is the Irish Claddagh ring, two hands holding a heart with a crown. The Claddagh ring was first designed in the 16th century, 13 centuries after the original fede rings of Rome.

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Plateau artist, Vest, ca. 1920, glass beads on hide, The Elizabeth Cole Butler Collection, no known copyright restrictions