What is a Russian blue diamond?
Russian blue diamonds are stones made from minerals that are mined in Siberia. The minerals are smelted under extreme temperatures of more than 5,000 degrees Fahrenheit and put under pressure to produce a simulated diamond.FireThese stones are supposed to be very fiery. A diamond’s fire refers to its ability to reflect a rainbow of colors within the stone, which is created when the gem is well proportioned.ColorAlthough these stones are available in a blue shade—as well as other colors such as coral and purple—they are typically white or clear.Can Fool Trained EyesDuring a segment on the news program “60 Minutes,” three out of four experts mistook a Russian blue diamond for a real one when asked to chose the genuine stone.UsageThese stones are used for all sorts of jewelry, from diamond engagement bands and cocktail rings to necklaces, earrings and bracelets.CostRussian blues are a fraction of the cost of real diamonds. A 3.8-carat ring on RussianBlueDiamonds.com cost $67.50 in 201
