What Do Diamonds Look Like?
How do you know if you’ve found treasure in our Arkansas diamond mine? First study the basic attributes of diamonds found at the Crater: Shape: Diamonds found at the Crater are typically smooth and well rounded. Their shape resembles a polished stone with smooth sides and rounded edges. Size: The average size of a diamond is about the size of a paper match head, approximately 20 – 25 points. Points are an increment of measurement of diamonds. There are 100 points in a carat. Look for something small. A 1-carat diamond is about the size of a green pea. Appearance: Diamonds feel like they have an oily film on them. This characteristic prevents diamonds from being dirty. Diamonds have a metallic luster like new steel or lead. They will not be clear like glass. They do not have a solid dull look like the Jasper rocks. Diamonds are translucent. You can typically see into them but not through them. Color: The most common colors of diamonds are white, yellow and brown, in that order. The park
