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| Jane Austen at Hickam Beach |
But today we are celebrating DIAMONDS ... and we have one big one here on Oahu. Diamond Head is the iconic symbol of Waikiki Beach. From Go Hawaii (at this link),
Known as Leahi (brow of the tuna) in Hawaiian, the crater was named Diamond Head by 19th century British sailors who thought they discovered diamonds on the crater's slopes. These "diamonds" were actually shiny calcite crystals that had no value.
Formed more than 100,000 years ago, the crater was used as a strategic military lookout beginning in the early 1900's and was named a National Natural Landmark in 1968. Today, Diamond Head is a popular hiking destination with panoramic views of Waikiki and Oahu's south shore.
In honor of the Diamond Jubilee, I am giving away a Royal Gift Pack with goodies from the UK and Hawaii. To enter the giveaway,
1. Leave a comment about diamonds - do you prefer jeweled diamonds or baseball diamonds? Have you seen the Hope Diamond in the Smithsonian Museum? Or James Bond in DIAMONDS ARE FOREVER?
2. This giveaway is open to all readers.
3. Comments are open through Saturday, May 26, 10 pm in Hawaii. I'll post the winner on Sunday, May 27.
Mahalo,
Kim in Hawaii
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Known as Leahi (brow of the tuna) in Hawaiian, the crater was named Diamond Head by 19th century British sailors who thought they discovered diamonds on the crater's slopes. These "diamonds" were actually shiny calcite crystals that had no value.
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| Diamond Head from Waikiki Beach |
Formed more than 100,000 years ago, the crater was used as a strategic military lookout beginning in the early 1900's and was named a National Natural Landmark in 1968. Today, Diamond Head is a popular hiking destination with panoramic views of Waikiki and Oahu's south shore.
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| Diamond Head from Round Top Drive |
1. Leave a comment about diamonds - do you prefer jeweled diamonds or baseball diamonds? Have you seen the Hope Diamond in the Smithsonian Museum? Or James Bond in DIAMONDS ARE FOREVER?
2. This giveaway is open to all readers.
3. Comments are open through Saturday, May 26, 10 pm in Hawaii. I'll post the winner on Sunday, May 27.
Mahalo,
Kim in Hawaii
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| Diamond Head from Hickam Beach |
First of all, I have to say how very proud of my Queen who will be celebrating 60 years on the throne in a couple of weeks. I'm just sad that I won't be in England for all the celebrations.
ReplyDeleteI adore the jeweled diamonds, and have actually seen the Hope Diamond in the Smithsonian Museum in Washing D.C. It's really stunning, and quite takes your breath away. I've also seen the James Bond movie, "Diamonds are Forever" too.
I must say before closing, that my husband always tell's me that he's the biggest "Diamond" that I will every have. lol
I'm a fan of both kinds of diamonds..baseball & the carbon ones! I also, would love to be in England for the celebration!
ReplyDeleteWow, what an amazing legacy the Queen has left. Of course I am adore the jeweled diamonds. I am a girl who needs best friends :)
ReplyDeleteMel
I did type "Washington D.C." but the "ton" got left off. Sorry.
ReplyDeleteWhat an exciting time to be in England for the Queen's Jubilee. I can't imagine being on the throne for such a long time. That is quite something.
ReplyDeleteI don't wear much jewelry at all...just my wedding band, so I'm not much into diamond jewelry. I did enjoy hiking at Diamond Head when we were in Hawaii.
What - you're not giving away a diamond? roflmao I think Diane wins since that's her name lol. I got to see Diamond Head but only from a distance. I lost my first diamond in my wedding ring after 25 years and was devastsyed but my hubby got me another one and helped design the ring himself.
ReplyDeleteI like both, too, but of course prefer the shiny kind.
ReplyDeleteCongrats to England and the Queen.
DeleteI have a distinct preference for diamond jewelry vs. baseball diamonds. I have seen the Hope Diamond a couple of times. Diamond Head looks wonderful.
Congrats to England and it's Queen! It's so hard to believe that she has been on the Throne for so many years. Cheers to her!
ReplyDeleteI love the diamonds that you wear. I lost two diamonds in 2 years and now have my third one that I am having checked regularly and have insured. Baseball diamonds -- not so much. I have never seen the Hope Diamond, but it is beautiful. Have seen James Bond's Diamonds Are Forever many times. Have never been lucky enough to go to Hawaii to see all the beautiful sites.
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I like both kinds of diamonds.
ReplyDeleteI have seen the Hope Diamond and I have seen Diamonds are forever. I do prefer the jewels.
ReplyDeleteI like jeweled diamonds. I've seen the Hope Diamond and the James Bond movie.
ReplyDeleteLove all those Diamonds , love basweall and jewelry Ty whoo
ReplyDeleteKimh
I would LOVE to see Diamond Head... in person!!
ReplyDeleteDiamonds ARE a girl's best friend. However, one way or another I have lost everyone that I ever owned.
Must admit to preferring jewels to baseballs, but, then, some players are now more ostentatious than the owners of jewels. Have seen the Hope Diamond and the Bond movie.
ReplyDeleteI prefer jewels I just adore them infact ! I have seen the Bond movie but not yet the Hope Diamond. Thank you for the lovely facts on diamonds I learned something new. Also a big thank you for the lovely giveaway the prize sounds fantastic.
ReplyDeleteAt one time I would have said both but now I prefer to wear diamonds.
ReplyDeletealot of strong women in history. jeweled diamonds :))))
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Congrats to the Queen. 60 years. Unbelievable. I love the way diamond jewelry looks. I haven't seen the Hope Diamond though.
ReplyDeleteCarol L.
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