April Birthstone- The Diamond

Perhaps most famous for its exquisite sparkle and beauty, durability, and symbolism for eternal love, the diamond also symbolizes good fortune, good health, and courage. People born during this calendar month are perceived as caring, successful, and achieve everlasting love in their relationships. 

Join us as we explore the significance of April's birthstone and discover the unparalleled elegance of diamonds in fine jewelry. 

The History of The April Birthstone 

While the history of birth stones has ancient roots evolving over centuries, the modern birthstone chart was established by the American National Association of Jewelers (now known as Jewelers of America) in 1912. The list standardized birthstones for each month of the year, though variations exist in different cultures and regions. The diamond, however, has been known as the traditional birthstone for April since the Middle Ages. 

Throughout history, diamonds have been revered for their exceptional brilliance and unparalleled strength. And while the traditional April birthstone exhibits a clear, brilliant color, natural diamonds can also display “fancy” blue, green, orange, and red hues. Historically, certain diamond colors separated different societal castes from one another, and only rulers could wear the “purest” white and colorless diamonds. 

Throughout history and into modern day, diamonds symbolize love, commitment, and eternal beauty, holding a special place in the hearts of those born in April and beyond. As the traditional gemstone for engagement rings, diamonds have always represented everlasting love and the promise of a lifetime together. 

The Four C’s of Diamonds 

Cut is one of the four C’s of Cut, Color, Clarity, and Carat Weight, and is perhaps the most crucial. Cut does not refer to a diamond’s shape, but rather the quality of workmanship and proportion and arrangement of facets. The quality of a diamond’s cut determines the amount of brilliance, sparkle and fire that a diamond shows. Grades range from ‘Excellent’ to ‘Poor”. 

Color is one of the four C’s of Cut, Color, Clarity, and Carat Weight, and it significantly impacts the value of a diamond. The GIA diamond grading scale ranges from D to Z, with D-grade diamonds exhibiting absolutely no color and Z-grade diamonds displaying the most color while still being considered colorless. While most natural diamonds are considered colorless, they may exhibit small amounts of yellow, brown, or gray, evaluated based on the GIA scale.

Clarity is one of the four C’s of Cut, Color, Clarity, and Carat Weight, and measures the amount, size and placement of internal ‘inclusions’ and external ‘blemishes.’ Inclusions include small crystals or fissures within the diamond. Blemishes include chips. Grades range from ‘Flawless,’ which means a diamond has no visible imperfections at 10x magnification, to ‘Included,’ which means a diamond contains a significant number of imperfections. Diamonds with grades down to VS2 (Very Slightly Included) or SI1 (Slightly Included) do not typically have eye-visible inclusions. Diamonds I1 (Included) or lower have inclusions that are eye-visible and can appear less attractive; some of these inclusions might also impact the diamond’s durability. 

Carat Weight is one of the four C’s of Cut, Color, Clarity, and Carat Weight, and refers to a diamond’s weight. Generally, the higher the carat weight, the larger the diamond and the more valuable the stone. However, how large a diamond appears also depends on its proportions. For example, a one-carat diamond that is wider but has shallow proportions will appear larger than a one-carat diamond with excellent proportions. 

Facts about April’s birthstone, The Diamond: 

The Beauty of Diamond Jewelry:  

From brilliant engagement rings to exquisite earrings, necklaces, and bracelets, diamond jewelry captures the essence of sophistication and luxury from everyday romantics to Hollywood’s elite. Every diamond is a masterpiece of nature, carefully crafted and meticulously set to create stunning works of wearable art. Whether for a bride on her wedding day or adding a touch of glamour to everyday attire, diamond jewelry exudes timeless elegance and unmatched beauty. 

The Ethical Choice:  

The A.JAFFE production facilities have recently been accredited by the Responsible Jewellery Council. The RJC is a not for profit organization which certifies our commitment to ethical sourcing and responsible business practices for diamond, gold, and platinum group metals. 

Each diamond used by A.JAFFE is responsibly sourced, following the Kimberley process ensuring that each A.JAFFE piece contains only conflict free diamonds. 

Sourcing of our diamonds are through RJC compliant partners mined predominantly from South Africa and Canada. With our dedication to transparency and integrity, you can shop with confidence, knowing that your diamond jewelry represents not only timeless beauty but also ethical values. 

A Wonderful Birthday Gift: Diamond Jewelry 

Whether it's a classic diamond necklace, a dazzling pair of earrings, or a diamond band to add to a stack, diamond jewelry is a meaningful and luxurious way to commemorate April birthdays and create cherished memories that will last a lifetime. Shop our fine jewelry collection below and at authorized fine jewelry retailers. Diamond Eternity Bands:

Stackable Diamond Bands:

Diamond Earrings:

Diamond Bracelets:

Diamond Pendants and Necklaces:

Custom Map Jewelry: Engrave cherished memories of your favorite places onto stunning sterling silver or 14 karat gold jewelry, accentuated by a sparkling diamond marking an exact location.