Colorless Diamonds

Diamonds are the hardest material on Earth. They form about one hundred miles beneath the surface when high temperatures and pressure act on carbon. Diamonds are fifty-eight times harder than any other natural material; the only object hard enough to scratch a diamond is another diamond. Colorless diamonds are the highest grade and the rarest type.

The ancient Greeks called diamonds adamas, meaning “unconquerable.” Greek mythology discusses diamonds as stones worn by the gods. They were considered precious and invincible. In a Greek myth, the powerful Titan, Prometheus, was chained to a rock with adamantine — diamond — chains.

In medieval Europe, many people called diamonds “tears of gods” and brought them into battle as talismans. Throughout history, diamonds kept their association with strength. Diamonds were also thought to represent power, safety, and eternal life.

It is believed that associations with strength and invincibility made diamonds popular choices for engagement rings and wedding bands. These rings symbolize love that lasts forever. In 1939, De Beers launched a campaign to increase the sale of diamonds with the tagline, “A diamond is forever.” This marketing campaign is widely regarded as the reason why diamond engagement rings are popular today.

A colorless diamond ring is a classic and elegant engagement ring. Given their eye-catching appearance and rarity, colorless diamonds are ideal gemstones for all types of jewelry. Choose these stones for tennis bracelets, pendant necklaces, drop earrings, and many other pieces.

Collaborate with our passionate designers to conceptualize your bespoke design. Our skilled artisans will make your vision a reality using the finest materials. In-house GIA-certified gemologists test every stone to verify its quality. When you choose a colorless diamond from The Intrepid Wendell for your design, you can be certain that your stone is the rarest and highest grade available.