Diamonds were first discovered in India in 500BC, which remained the world’s only major source for 2000years. Today, diamonds are mined in many countries around the world. Australia alone produces almost 30 percent of the world’s diamonds, mostly from the Argyle Mine in Western Australia.

The people who first discovered these early deposits thought of diamonds as fragments of eternity. The Hindus attributed so much power to these precious stones they went so far as to place diamonds in the eyes of some of their statues. The Romans thought diamonds were splinters from falling stars, while the Greeks regarded the sparkling gems as tears of the gods. Diamonds were also thought to bring good luck and success as well as counter the effects of astrological events. Many people wore diamonds as charms believing in their ability to heighten sexual prowess and attract others.