This natural blue diamond was found by the famous gem dealer Tavernier on one of his voyages to India, tearing the stone from the staute of the god, Rama Sita. After selling the stone to Louis XIV, it is said that Tavernier was ruined, and had to sail again to India, meeting an atrocious death… Continue reading The Hope
Author: Diamond Mike Watson
Diamond Mike lives in Orange County, California. He is a diamond merchant and the founder of Gallery of Diamonds Jewelers and the Why Mom Deserves a Diamond writing contest. He is a music writer, book author, and time traveler. To contact him call 714-549-2000, or email him at info@galleryofdiamonds.com. He would love to hear from you!
Weekly Photo Challenge: The Sparkle of Green
Weekly photo challenge: Green! http://dailypost.wordpress.com/2012/11/16/weekly-photo-challenge-green/ www.GalleryOfDiamonds.com
Pedrito’s Friend, Smoky
Walking Into the Light
Walking Into the Light Goodbye, my friend Might be awhile till I see you again I feel you hold my hand Don’t worry, you must understand I’m walking into the light I see you from up here It’s not as bad as you think it appears Let go of the things you fear When time… Continue reading Walking Into the Light
Love for the Whole Cosmos
“Through my love for you, I want to express my love for the whole cosmos, the whole of humanity, and all beings. By living with you, I want to learn to love everyone and all species. If I succeed in loving you, I will be able to love everyone and all species on Earth... This… Continue reading Love for the Whole Cosmos
The Anniversary Ring
"You love birds can sit here with me if you want," the elderly man said to the young couple desperately looking for a vacant breakfast table. "I'll be leaving soon, and it looks like these are the last empty chairs in the house." The Garden Terrace was a romantic spot that peered across the Pacific… Continue reading The Anniversary Ring
The Portuguese Diamond
The 127 carat Portugese diamond fluoresces blue under ultraviolet light. The Portuguese Diamond weighs 127.01 carats. It's near flawless clarity and unusual octagonal emerald cut make it one of the world's most magnificent diamond gems. It is perhaps more than a little surprising, then, that so little documented information exists about it's origin and early… Continue reading The Portuguese Diamond
The Golden Jubilee
The Golden Jubilee is the largest faceted diamond in the world, weighing 545.67 carats. The stone was designed by Gabi Tolkowsky, who also designed the Centenary Diamond. The Golden Jubilee was presented to the King of Thailand in 1997 for his Golden Jubilee - the 50th anniversary of his coronation. Prior to this event, the… Continue reading The Golden Jubilee
Let Go
“People have a hard time letting go of their suffering. Out of a fear of the unknown, they prefer suffering that is familiar.” ? Thich Nhat Hanh
Shykor and the Giant Flawless Diamond
Shykor drew his golden sword from his sheath and stabbed it into the sky. The bright sun reflected a beam of yellow from the polished plastic. The handle was encrusted with crystal rhinestones, but looked like ocean blue sapphires and pigeon blood rubies set in a platinum halo. Around Shykor's neck hung the Giant Flawless,… Continue reading Shykor and the Giant Flawless Diamond
Tomorrow
“You are today where your thoughts have brought you; you will be tomorrow where your thoughts take you.” ? James Allen, As a Man Thinketh
Horseback Riding
Weekly Photo Challenge: Renewal
This is Ananya. Everything about a diamond represents renewal and rebirth. As DeBeers said, "A diamond is born of the earth, and reborn on the woman you love." Renewal: Weekly Photo Challenge: http://dailypost.wordpress.com/2012/11/08/weekly-photo-challenge-renewal/
Follow Your Spark
I always spend considerable time wondering why humans do the things we do. I ask questions such as, "Why is this person so successful?" and, "Why is this person in jail?" I am surprised how we tend to be who we are for most of our lives. Can we change ourselves? Whenever I meet someone… Continue reading Follow Your Spark
The Only Moment
“Breathing in, I calm body and mind. Breathing out, I smile. Dwelling in the present moment I know this is the only moment.” ? Thich Nhat Hanh, Being Peace