The diamond has been considered the ultimate symbol of love since 1447 when Archduke Maximillian of Austria gave Mary of Burgundy a diamond ring as a promise of marriage. However, this influential tradition can be traced back to the Middle Ages and even Roman times. The Romans valued the diamond for its supernatural powers and later Italians believed that the diamond could maintain good relations between a married couple so they recommended it as the stone to be set in wedding rings.
Hollywood glamour and Royal power
Beyond marriage ceremonies, diamonds have always been sought after by the world's most wealthy and powerful people. The word diamond comes from 'adamas' which is the Greek word for 'invincible' and Monarchs have used them as symbols of power by wearing them in their swords, scabbards and as status symbols in their clothing and crowns. The Koh-I-Noor diamond, for example, has been worn in the crown jewels of British Monarchs since 1877. From royal families to Hollywood royalty, the diamond has always been the ultimate symbol of power and glamour.
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