History Of An Ashoka Diamond

Diamonds are created deep within the earth under intense pressure from the earth's core. Diamonds are pressed to the surface of the earth from hot volcanic magma called kimberlite. Most of the diamonds that are found in many mines are industrial grade diamonds. They are small, usually no more than a couple carats in weight. It is very rare to find a rough diamond that is over fifteen carats in weight, however, in the rough; diamonds are cloudy and look like nothing more than beach glass. This makes them nearly indistinguishable and easily passed by. These larger diamonds that are over fifteen carats or larger is where the Ashoka diamonds come from. Not every jeweler has access to these rare diamonds, but those that do, make fabulous jewelry with them.



When an Ashoka diamond is created, more than forty to sixty percent of the rough may be cut off to create its signature cushion shape. Then it is polished on a whirling scaif to create its facets and shine. Its incomparable shine comes from reflected and refracted light that oppose each other, creating a facets that allow a shine from the heart of the diamond as well as the inside of the diamond as well. This is an unmistakable diamond creation that nobody else has ever been able to recreate.

The Ashoka diamond gets its name from King Ashoka, a ruler that had the enlightened idea to promote harmony, respect and compassion as the only way for his people. King Ashoka was loved by many and his ways of thinking changed the lives of the people he ruled. All throughout the land, pillars are still scribed with talk of King Ashoka's love and devotion to his people. The name for the Ashoka diamond came from this king's noble calling. From this, the Ashoka diamond collection is said to inspire light, love and joy to anyone that wears the jewelry.



The Ashoka cut diamond collection features many stunning pieces that anyone would be proud to wear. Such pieces as bracelets, cufflinks, necklaces, earrings, watches, and rings can all be purchased in many find jeweler stores as well as through the William Goldberg site. Some of the most popular diamonds that William Goldberg has cut include; The Pink Muse, The Beluga, Blue Lili, Guineastar, Premier Rose, The Pumpkin, and the Rough Pink diamond. These diamonds are all upwards of five carats or more, some costing millions of dollars. Because of this high price tag, many chose the Ashoka diamonds because they are a more affordable price range than some of these other diamonds made famous in movies and million dollar events.



Although many of the Ashoka diamonds are worn by celebrities such as Reese Witherspoon, Elizabeth Taylor and Rashida Jones, these diamonds are affordable enough that anyone can own one. Many of the pieces are custom made so that the receiver is getting an exquisite piece of jewelry that will be exactly what they want and unique to them, not another piece of jewelry picked from a collection.