Why Black Diamonds?

Doralina Barbieru
Itay Malkin Black Diamond Ring
Do you remember Carrie Bradshaw's love affair with Mr. Big? Sex and The City was an American romantic comedy-drama television series to hit the TV in 1998, and then it landed on the big screen with a super romantic ending (or a new beginning 😉). The relationship between the characters took time to mature but it was worth the wait, even though it took six seasons and two movies. The 5-carat black diamond ring was given in the second film that took place one year after the wedding of Mr. Big (Chris Noth) and Carrie Bradshaw (Sarah Jessica Parker), a first anniversary gift.

Itay Malkin, who later released a limited series of replicas for a cool $10.000 each, crafted the actual ring. This special ring, set on 18-carat white gold with 80 diamonds, is an exquisite fusion of modern and traditional, designed by Itay Malkin in collaboration with Sarah Jessica Parker and kept strictly secret until the premiere.


When Carrie asks, “why’d you get a black diamond?”, Mr. Big replied, “because you’re not like anyone else”.

So, why black diamonds?

Black colour is commonly associated with strength, mystery, power, democracy, elegance, formality, death, grief, and also authority, rebellion, and sophistication. All other colours need black in order to have depth and hue variation.

Black diamonds embody strength, elegance, power, and love, and are very mysterious and exquisite jewels. This symbolism match and compliment a strong, confident woman.
Black diamond, due to their one-of-a-kind colour, are some of rarest gems in the world. Although white diamonds have been the common choice for decades, black diamonds are the new must-have. They are a unique and elegant gem choice for any piece of jewellery.  
                                Black Diamond Heart
Commonly known as "fancy black" are also perfect for people who are fashion-conscious. Nothing is classier than the black colour. A black diamond is ideal for matching any other colour and can have a casual look with an everyday outfit, as well as enhance the beauty of a formal dress.  

Black diamonds are also known as carbonados diamonds. These rare diamonds, instead of reflective light, absorb it so their beauty comes from their polished surface like marble.
Black Diamond Ring

Although other diamonds are found in different parts of the world, black diamonds have only been found in two – Brazil and Central Africa. Bear in mind that these two pieces of land were adjacent in prehistoric times, which tells us they were originally from one place. Black diamonds are unique also because they are located only in alluvial deposits created by a river or other natural water sources.


While it is known how other diamonds form, black diamonds are very mysterious, and nobody knows for sure. The origin of natural black diamonds has long been a geological puzzle, and experts have been baffled for decades because they seem not to follow any mineralogy rules.

The actual formation of Black Diamonds is still a mystery, and there are a few hypotheses, but science has yet to prove any of those intriguing theories. Some scientists believe that black diamonds were formed in outer space in stellar supernova explosions and came to Earth through an asteroid crash two to four million years ago. Trace of nitrogen and hydrogen found in black diamonds might be a possible sign of extra-terrestrial origin. Meteoric impact and radiation are other hypotheses of how they were formed.  

Although all diamonds are known for their hardness and durability, black diamonds are the toughest of all. Till black diamonds became popular in jewellery were being used for different purposes due to their durability. Graded as a 10 on the Mohs Hardness Scale, it is very difficult to cut and polish a black diamond and can take up to one year. It is because they have an odd mix of carbon and graphite atoms. So, if you have a black diamond, you can appreciate the time, dedication and patience that gone into making your unique black masterpiece!

Why Black Diamonds Academy?

Our academy is dedicated to all of you who possess the attributes of a black diamond but they have not been polished and refine yet.

We are committed to putting the expertise, time, dedication and passion to refine you into the best version of yourself and become a unique black diamond masterpiece. 

The next must-have gem onboard a luxurious superyacht jewel.
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