The Ashoka Diamond

The Ashoka Diamond is named after the brave, Buddhist ruler Ashoka who had a reawakening in 626 BC. King Ashoka was very fierce in battle and had won many of them, had many kingdoms on his name but one day realized that nothing is kept in war. He started following the path of Harmony, compassion, love and Giving which made him prosper! The Ashoka diamond is one of the most famous diamond in the world which was first ever found in the Golconda region of the Southern India. The unique combination of size, beauty, and history has made this one of a kind gem, a legend in its own right. The Ashoka diamond is a 41 carat gem and the Ashoka cut has become a legend in itself just like the King Ashoka!

Each Ashoka diamond is polished after cutting, to exceed radically distinctive standards.

The signature cut to the Ashoka gives it a breathtaking beauty and anyone would fall in love with it on the first sight. The Ashoka diamond, after changing its different owners, got into the hands of William Goldberg. This diamond amazed him with its magnificence, which inspired him to create a classic new cut for the diamond. Gem is made from rough diamond that is at least 15 carats or more. These are found in a very small number of 200 in the whole year which signifies the uniqueness of the Ashoka. The Ashoka Diamond has attained a legendary status today only because of its uniqueness, compiled beauty and of course, due to the hard work of William Goldberg for creating the Ashoka Diamond signature cut!

A Modern Legend - The Ashoka Cut Diamond

The new Ashoka Cut Diamond From William Goldberg, is one of the most beautiful gems on the market today. This cut is modeled off the original Ashoka diamond from India. The original Ashoka diamond was a 41.37 carat D Flawless diamond that was named after The Great Ashoka. The Great Ashoka was a Buddhist warrior-emperor who expanded the borders of India to cover most of south Asia.

What makes the new cut so unique is the cutting procedure needed to create the 62 facets on this antique cushion cut diamond. This diamond can only be cut by using an extra long rough. The use of this extra long rough enables the cutter to accurately cut each facet of this beautiful gem. Additionally, this gem is extra rare because there is a very limited supply of extra-long rough on the market today. This scarcity of supplies combined with the elegance of the cut make the Ashoka diamond a very sought after gem.

 If you are looking to get your hands on an Ashoka cut diamond, be prepared to travel. Currently, the Ashoka cut diamond is only being sold through high-end distributors and retailers. Even though the supply is limited and exclusive, the demand is currently very high. This is partially because the translation of Ashoka means "the act of removing sorrow".  William Goldberg feels that this meaning has also helped increase demand for the diamond. Whether or not the Ashoka cut diamond removes sorrow, it is still a beautiful piece of diamond history.

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Ashoka Diamond Jewelry

Ashoka Diamond jewelry is the most sought-after, the rarest, and the most graceful diamond jewelry in the world.The diamonds used in the jewelry are modeled after the origional 41-carat D Flawless gem - a thing of rare beauty and was first found in the Golconda region of Southern India. 

The limited production, combined with its beauty and history, makes the Diamond one of the famous stones of the world. Apart from the beauty and grace, the gem also has a rich history. It signifies of the brave, and one of the most important Buddhist rulers in the world- Ashoka. Ashoka jewelry is being made but in a very short quantity and that too at some selected centers in the whole world! Many of its manufacturers are found in the South India and some of the manufacturers are also located in New York! The Ashoka  jewelry is made up of 41 Carat gem, so no doubt, is very costly and only the rich can afford to buy it! The Ashoka is hand crafted with 62 facets and shines brighter than nearly any diamond on earth! The diamond appears somewhat bigger than what it actually is. The diamond is cut in such ways that it appears 30% more than its original size! The Ashoka diamond is made from rough diamond that is at least 15 carats. With only 200 such roughs found each year, Ashoka Diamond Jewelry is extremely rare.

The Ashoka Diamond: More than Just a Beautiful Stone

The Ashoka diamonds beauty is unparalleled in the world of gems and precious stones. Its origins lie in the Golconda region of southern India, which is now part of Andhra Pradesh.  The Ashoka Diamond has an intricate cut and is a highly polished 41 carat D Flawless gem. This classification puts it above most normal gems in terms of brilliance due to the level of artisanship required. The major defining characteristic of this diamond is its antique cushion cut which makes it look up to 30% larger than other diamonds. Due to this unique cut, some people feel that it is the most beautiful diamond in existence.

The Ashoka diamond is also a reminder of a powerful ruler who conquered a major part of the earth. After his conquest, he realized that real victory lies in harmony, compassion, peace and love. The Buddhist ruler Ashoka reigned from 272 BC until his passing in 232 BC.

It is believed that Ashoka diamond has the power to heal and wash away even deepest grief and sorrow. It is thought that the Ashoka diamond, after changing its different hands many times over, is now in the possession of William Goldberg. Goldberg was so inspired by the cut, he use it to create a new signature Diamond line from the original Ashoka.

Now with Goldberg's Ashoka diamonds, you have the opportunity to have your own piece of the Ashoka legend.

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The Ashoka Diamond

The Ashoka Diamond commemorates the profound memories of the historical, brave and kindhearted ruler named "Ashoka the Great". Ashoka was one of greatest rulers in Indian history. He is known for growing India's boundaries beyond what his people thought was possible. However, after having achieved the great heights as a ruler, he realized that no victory could ever be bigger than peace and love. He then deserted his entire empire and embarked on a personal journey of eternal peace. The Kingdom of Ashoka reined from 272 BC until his death in 232 BC. In addition to being one of the biggest conquerors of his time, Ashoka was also well known for being a kind and compassionate ruler. His spiritual awakening drove him to promote harmony, respect, & compassion as the true path for eternal peace for his people.

Later on, his principals of peace spread throughout the world. Even today, these edicts remain etched in stone pillars around India.

The original diamond cut named after one of the greatest rulers in history, was a 41-Carat D flawless diamond. The origin of these diamonds can be traced to the Golconda region of Southern of India. Today, the Ashoka cut has almost become as big of a legend as the former king has. This diamond has an intriguing yet breathtaking beautiful cut that is unlike any other. The Ashoka cut diamond is an elongated antique cushion cut that beautifully captures and refracts light. It is also believed that the Ashoka diamond has the power ward of sorrow and sadness for the wearer.

After cutting, each Ashoka diamond is polished beyond the standards of normal diamonds. Due to the high level of artisanship that goes in to each diamond, It important that you purchase only a certified Ashoka diamond.

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Ashoka Diamonds: Beauty at its Finest

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Through the years, William Goldberg Diamond Corporation has been known for their expertise on diamonds and diamond cuts and they make very extraordinary and fine jewelry from such precious stones.  And because of their expertise, they have perfected the art of cutting and designing the Ashoka diamonds known as the Ashoka cut.

This type of diamond is known for its rarity and unique beauty. Through the years, it has become an embodiment of finesse and elegance. Because of this, it has become one of the most expensive diamonds in the world. This 41.37 carat diamond was discovered in southern India, in a place called Golconda.

The Ashoka cut, which was a refined version of the traditional antique cut, has an outstanding way of showcasing such exceptional brilliance for a stone such as this. It is shaped with rectangular girdle outline and rounded corners with 62 facets which perfectly displays its brilliance as it captures and disperses light, which makes it appear larger than an emerald cut diamond.

For years, many jewelry stores have been interested in selling a piece with an Ashoka cut. Jewelry collectors would just as much love to secure a piece for them. But this cut has been very hard to find as it is only made available in very exclusive jewelry stores.

Ashoka diamonds brings fire and brilliance and is certainly perfect for any earring, bracelet, cufflink, watch or ring.