Diamond betrothal

I've been learning about diamonds; the history of diamond engagement rings, in particular!

This isn't boring, I have to say.

With princes marrying princesses at 10 and 15 years old in the mid 1600s, it peaks my interest a bit; mainly shock, though. But it's interest, nonetheless.

I like that: "The rarest things in the world, next to the spirit of discernment, are diamonds..."

I learned about one of my favorite poets who married her poet husband. It is so fascinating to read their work, and also see a picture of the ring that he, Robert Browning, chose for his love, Elizabeth Barrett. The token of their love is tangible through the ring pictured.

I also learn about the jewels of Martin Luther, Grace Kelly, and Britney Spears!

Just kidding about the Britney Spears thing. 

It's quite a fascinating book with a fascinating subject: diamonds! I wonder where all these 16th century diamonds are. If you come across any, you be sure to let me know.