Orange Diamonds What exactly are Orange Diamonds? Diamonds can occur in nearly any color, though yellow and brown are by far the most common. The Orange diamond is a member of the Carbon family and is the hardest substance known. The word Diamond is derived from the Greek word "adamas" which means "hardest metal" reflecting the property of the stone. Diamonds with a detectable hue, other than yellow or brown are known as colored diamonds. If the colour is strong enough, a stone may be referred to as a fancy colored diamond by the trade. There are Natural fancy color diamonds and Synthetic Color Diamonds. For more information on any of these subjects please refer to the Index. Definition of Diamond Color What is the Definition of a Orange Diamond? Colored diamonds contain impurities or structural defects that cause the coloration. The most common impurity, nitrogen, causes a slight to intense yellow coloration depending upon the type and concentration of nitrogen present. Natural Orange diamonds are caused by crystal lattice defects during the formation of the diamond and the presence of Boron (B). Symbolism & Meaning of Orange Diamonds The traditional properties closely associated with diamonds are action, passion, and energy. Jewelry containing diamonds are believed to enhance relationships, increasing inner strength and provide the wearer with balance, clarity and abundance. It is believed that wearing jewelry containing a diamond will focus the energies of the precious gemstone through the gem. The color orange has a strong, traditional meaning symbolizing courage and bravery. Diamonds are Forever... An Impartial Guide to DiamondsThe Color Scale or Grade for Orange Diamonds The following scale for orange diamonds separate them into their progressively darker tone ranges which are described as follows: |