Diamond Collection (#33)

Singers special Safety Bicycle (c1886). Chain-driven machine introducing the diamond frame which gave greater rigidity in spite of lightness. Wood engraving 1890

Basuto miners in De Beers diamond mines. From photograph c1885. In 1887 and 1888 Cecil Rhodes amalgamated the diamond mines around Kimberley, which included De Beers, into Consolidated Mines

Diamond mine, Kimberley. In 1887 and 1888 Cecil Rhodes amalgamated the diamond mines around Kimberley, which included De Beers, into Consolidated Mines. Engraving published 1896

Zulu boys at De Beers diamond mines. From photograph taken c1885. In 1887 and 1888 Cecil Rhodes amalgamated the diamond mines around Kimberley, which included De Beers, into Consolidated Mines

Washing plant at De Beers diamond mines, Kimberley, c. 1900. In 1887 and 1888 Cecil
Washing plant at De Beers diamond mines, Kimberley, c.1900. In 1887 and 1888 Cecil Rhodes amalgamated the diamond mines around Kimberley, which included De Beers, into Consolidated Mines

Cecil Rhodes (1853-1902) British-born South African prime minister, empire builder, financier and statesman. South African gold fields: Kimberley diamond mines

Cecil J Rhodes (1853-1902) English-born South African statesman. Made fortune in Kimberley diamond mines. Formed De Beers Consolidated Mines 1888

Maria Fyodorovna (1847-1928), 1880. Oil on canvas. Ivan Kramskoi (1837-1887) Russian painter. Formerly Princess Dagmar of Denmark, as the wife of Alexander III, Tsarina of Russia 1881-1894

Portrait of Mariya Andreevna Rumyanceva, 1764. Oil on canvas. Alexei Petrovich Antropov (1716-1795) Russian painter. Head-and-shoulders Frontal Female Jewel Gem Diamond Cap Cape Bonnet Ribbon Rouge

Portrait of Empress Elizabeth Petrovna. Ivan Argunov (1727-c1829) Russian painter. Elizabeth (1709-1762) Empress of Russia from 1741, daughter of Peter the Great

Bank of England and Royal Exchange, Jubilee Week, London, England. Horse-drawn vehicles filling streets in course of Queen Victorias Diamond Jubilee celebration in 1897

Drilling machine with diamond bit powered by compressed air, invented by the French civil engineer Rudolph Leschot (active 1863) being used to bore the Mont Cenis (Rejus Rail)

Comiskey Park, Chicago
Postcard view of Comiskey park showing the stands, baseball diamond and scoreboard. The team is playing a game whild thousands of fans fill the grandstand

Diamond Tiara, Necklace, And Ear Rings Presented To Her Excellency Lady Loch By The Ladies Of Victoria, Engraving 1890

French Canadian Life, Cape Diamond, from St. Romuald, Canada, Nineteenth Century Engraving

Swaziland, before Descending a Diamond Mine, Engraving 1890

A Diamond Mine at Kimberley, Griqualand West

A Bullock Waggon on its Way to the Diamond Fields, South Africa

The Nassuck Diamond

Alexandra (1844-1925) Queen Consort of Edward VII of Great Britain, when Princess of Wales. Photograph published London c1890. Woodburytype

Angola, Relief Map With Border and Mask
Relief map of Angola (with border and mask). This image was compiled from data acquired by landsat 5 & 7 satellites combined with elevation data

Ball and Stick Model showing arrangement of Carbon Atoms in Diamond

Mixed-cut amethyst and diamond ring

Diamond in rock groundmass, close-up

Selection of cake decorations, sugared green diamond sweets, marzipan flowers, hundreds and thousands, birthday candles, close up

Design for Printed Textile in brown and beige. Watercolour on copy paper. Silver Studio. 1941

Diamond sheet, artwork C017 / 7075
Diamond sheet, Computer artwork of a diamond background sheet. Diamond has a high refractive index and dispersion of light

Diamond structure, artwork C017 / 7074
Diamond structure. Computer artwork of a model representing the molecular structure of diamond, a form of the element carbon. Carbon atoms are shown as gemstones, linked by rigid bonds

Diamond refracting light F008 / 3208
Diamond refracting light

Diamond refracting light F008 / 3206
Diamond refracting light

Diamond refracting light F008 / 3205
Diamond refracting light

Crushed diamond, SEM C016 / 9101
Crushed diamond. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a crushed diamond crystal. Magnification: x250, when printed 10 centimetres wide

Crushed diamond, SEM C016 / 9099
Crushed diamond. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a crushed diamond crystal. Magnification: x250, when printed 10 centimetres wide

Crushed diamond, SEM C016 / 9100
Crushed diamond. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a crushed diamond crystal. Magnification: x250, when printed 10 centimetres wide

Crushed diamond, SEM C016 / 9102
Crushed diamond. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) showing the surface of a crushed diamond. Magnification: x1600, when printed 10 centimetres wide

Crushed diamond, SEM C016 / 9098
Crushed diamond. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) showing the surface of a crushed diamond. Magnification: x1600, when printed 10 centimetres wide

Illustrations of Indian diamonds C016 / 6074
Illustrations of Indian diamonds from The Six Voyages of Jean-Baptiste Tavernier in English translation (London, 1677-1678). Jean-Baptiste Tvernier was a French writer, traveller and trade merchant

Diamond factor C017 / 9418
Diamond factory. Diamond being held in tweezers at the Kristall jewellery factory, Smolensk, Russia

Diamond mine panning, artwork
Diamond mine panning, historical artwork. Workers at a diamond mine sorting through excavated gravel and soil to find diamonds

Famous diamonds, artwork
Famous diamonds, historical artwork. Eleven named diamonds arrayed together with four unnamed examples of ordinary diamonds

Uncut diamond C013 / 9277
Uncut diamond. Close-up of a woman holding a large uncut (rough) diamond. Photographed at Gokhran, the Russian State Precious Metals and Gems Repository, Moscow, Russia

Diamond specimen C013 / 6634
Diamond specimen. Diamond is a form of carbon that occurs under conditions of extremely high pressure and heat deep wihtin the Earth. This yellow diamond crystal is embedded in a piece of rock

Diamond specimen C013 / 6633
Diamond specimen. Diamond is a form of carbon that occurs under conditions of extremely high pressure and heat deep wihtin the Earth. This yellow diamond crystal is embedded in a piece of rock

Diamond specimen C013 / 6632
Diamond specimen. Diamond is a form of carbon that occurs under conditions of extremely high pressure and heat deep wihtin the Earth. This yellow diamond crystal is embedded in a piece of rock

Diamond factory. Close-up of a diamond being shaped and polished at the Kristall jewellery factory, Smolensk, Russia

English newspaper advertisement, 1892
DAVYs DIAMOND CEMENT. English newspaper advertisement, 1892

Diamond in pebble
A solitary diamond in conglomerate, from Golconda, India

Diamond flower brooch
Victorian diamond-encrusted flower with a sapphire at its centre

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"Diamond: A Symbol of Power, Glory, and Christian Faith" In the realm of royalty, diamonds have long been associated with power and glory. Queen Elizabeth II, the beloved monarch of the United Kingdom and Commonwealth, has often adorned herself with these precious gems. The Daily Sketch Coronation Number in 1953 captured her majesty's regal splendor as she ascended to the throne. Her Royal Highness Queen Elizabeth II has always been a beacon of elegance and grace. With every public appearance, she wears her crown - a magnificent symbol of her authority and position. This crown holds within it centuries of history and tradition, passed down from previous queens like Queen Mary of Teck. Beyond its association with royalty, "The Diamond" holds special significance in various places across Ireland. Whether it be Donegal or Carndonagh or Enniskillen, these locations bear witness to the enduring allure that this gemstone possesses. Not only does diamond captivate through its physical beauty but also through its representation as a powerful symbol. In one instance captured by history's lens, we see the Dolly Sisters and chorus gracefully adorning themselves in diamond tableaux - an enchanting display that further emphasizes their status as icons. Looking back at British history in 1897 reveals another glimpse into how diamonds have played a role in showcasing power within royal families. The Royal Family of Great Britain proudly displayed their wealth through jewelry adorned with these exquisite stones. Yet beyond all materialistic associations lies a deeper meaning - they are not just symbols of earthly power but also hold spiritual connotations rooted in Christian faith. They serve as reminders that true strength comes from embracing virtues such as love, compassion, and integrity - qualities exemplified by Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II throughout her reign. In essence, diamonds embody more than mere sparkle; they encapsulate centuries-old traditions intertwined with tales of grandeur fit for kings and queens alike.