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What is Black Diamond?

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Many People assumes Diamonds are White Only, Because it's available in wide range and having unbelievable costs. But Do you know you can get Diamonds in reasonable price. That's is the Black Diamond. Black Diamonds fall in fancy Diamond Color Categories. Black Diamonds are nothing But the white diamond with heavy Inclusion. Black Diamond are mostly found in South Africa and Brazil.


Black diamonds come in two main types: natural black diamonds and diamonds that have been treated to become black. Like with almost all gemstones, the first type — diamonds that have a natural black appearance — are significantly more valuable and desirable.


Although most black diamonds on the market today are either superheated or irradiated to an almost black color, natural black diamonds do exist.


Black Diamond also known as Carbonado. Rough of a black diamond looks just like a carbon hence this could be reason why people name it as a carbonado. Carbonado is the toughest form of Natural Diamonds. It is an impure form of polycrystalline diamond consisting of diamond, graphite, and amorphous carbon.[1] It is found primarily in alluvial deposits in the Central African Republic and in Brazil. Its natural colour is black or dark grey, and it is more porous than other diamonds.

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Three carbonados from the Central African Republic.


Natural black diamond is usually treated to obtain uniform colour. It is typically much better quality than completely natural untreated black diamond due to the nature of its inclusions. Enhanced black diamonds are stunning when set with contrasting white diamonds. To receive a black diamond is to receive a genuine diamond. The classy appearance of the black diamond has led to its growing popularity. It is an elegant gem with a rich look!


What are the shapes of black diamonds?

Black diamonds are available in all the shapes just like white diamonds but they have an elegant look because of its color.

Round brilliant cut black diamonds, Princess-cut black diamonds, Oval cut black diamonds, and more. But if you want to make any custom size of black diamonds then you have to contact a person who makes it precisely. RadheGems are the leading manufacturer of black diamonds who can make amazing pieces as per your requirement.

There are few rare shapes that RadheGems have made like Kite, hexagon, rose cuts, geometric shapes, and more.


Black diamond in a jewelry

Today, it’s easy to find black diamond engagement rings, earrings, bracelets and other high-end jewelry. Thanks to their dark color, black diamonds have an extremely distinct, unique look that sets them apart from other gemstones.

Black diamonds are often paired with metals such as 14k white gold and platinum, which helps to emphasize the color of the diamond. They’re also often placed next to colorless diamonds as a way to create visual contrast.

The use of black diamonds is common in many types of jewelry such as diamond rings, pendants, earrings, necklaces, chokers, hip hop jewelry, and men’s jewelry.

All of the above the trend for black diamond engagement rings is skyrocketing. Due to the ongoing black diamond trend, the value for black diamonds has seen a peak in the past few years.


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