Yes, lab created diamonds are 100% real. Diamond formation begins with the same amount of extreme heat and pressure that diamond crystals within the Earth experience. A lab created diamond has the same crystal structure and carbon atoms as its natural counterpart extracted from a mine. The process used to grade and certify both natural and lab diamonds is the same. Plus, you get a genuine gemstone to set in a stunning engagement ring guilt-free and for a fraction of the cost.
The only difference between mined stones and lab grown is their origin: Natural diamonds formed deep within the Earth's crust, and humans produced lab grown stones in a regulated lab setting.
Both natural and lab created diamonds don't have much resale value unless they are incredibly rare or unique. But when you purchase a lab grown diamond, you can do so with the peace of mind that it's truly conflict-free and environmentally kind. If you're someone who cares about the Earth and the people who inhabit it, then a lab created diamond is priceless.
Yes, a lab grown diamond is valuable. While much of their value comes from their Earth-friendly and conflict-free traits, we also need to highlight the personal and sentimental value that you place on your favorite jewelry pieces.
From a precious diamond ring to your favorite earrings or diamond necklace from your mother, these treasured jewels are likely beyond valuable to you.
Yes, lab diamonds test as real because they're made of pure carbon and are the same substance as the gems pulled from the Earth. You can use the same tools and methods to test a lab grown diamond that you would use for a mined diamond.
The easiest way to tell if a diamond is real is by using a diamond tester. Diamond testers analyze how light interacts with the crystal structure of your gemstone. You can find diamond testers online. However, suppose you have doubts about whether you have an actual diamond or a simulant. In that case, visiting your local jeweler and having your diamond appraised is a good idea.
Most of the world's rough diamonds formed deep within the Earth's crust millions of years ago and are known for their extreme hardness. A combination of intense heat and high pressure turned carbon atoms into pure diamond crystals.
A lab created diamond forms using technology mimicking the conditions of the Earth's crust with extremely high pressure and high temperature. Lab grown, gem quality diamonds form from the same carbon atoms and crystal structure as those mined from the ground. They also go through the same diamond grading process, making them real diamonds.
Modern technology allows us to create lab grown diamonds without the environmental and ethical concerns of mined diamonds. You can sleep easily knowing your lab grown diamond ring didn't contribute to the labor abuses rampant in diamond mines.
Diamond deposits can be found all over the world. However, the vast majority come from Russia, Botswana, Canada, Australia, and the Democratic Republic of Congo. Many of these areas are rife with conflict, which is supported by the diamond trade. The only way to ensure your symbol of love and devotion is conflict-free is to go with lab grown.
A diamond's worth depends on the process of grading. Natural and synthetic diamonds are priced differently depending on their features. Sophisticated laboratories execute this grading based on the 4 C's of diamonds.
Many factors go into diamond grading. Sometimes a diamond with a lower carat weight that has excellent color, cut, and clarity may be worth more than larger diamonds with lower color and clarity. However, lab grown diamonds are consistently 20-40% less expensive than mined diamonds, making them a better value without sacrificing quality.
You can clean your diamond engagement ring, necklaces, earrings, and other fine jewelry with materials you already have at home. Start by adding some gentle dish soap to a bowl of lukewarm water. Make sure your water doesn't have a high temperature. Soak your jewelry for a few minutes, then use a gentle toothbrush to remove any remaining dirt.
For deeper cleaning, visit your local jeweler for a professional cleaning.
According to CNN, blood (or conflict) diamonds are "illegally traded to fund conflict in war-torn areas, particularly in central and western Africa, according to the World Diamond Council, which represents the commercial diamond trade."
Blood diamonds expose the unethical past of unregulated diamond production within the diamond industry. Many diamond shoppers now turn to lab grown alternatives as an ethical choice.
Clean Origin sells 100% conflict-free diamonds that are also environmentally responsible. Invest in an engagement ring you can feel good about wearing, now and always.
The 4 C's are: cut, color, clarity, and carat. Diamond grading labs use the 4 C's to determine the value of a diamond.
Cut: the way the diamond's facets are cut. A diamond's cut determines the level of fire and brilliance that the diamond creates.
Color: the color of the diamond. A diamond with virtually no color is the most expensive, while a diamond with a yellowish tint is less expensive.
Clarity: the purity of the diamond. A diamond with a high clarity rating has very few inclusions (foreign matter embedded in the diamond) or blemishes (external imperfections like a chip).
Carat: the weight of the diamond. A more expensive and valuable diamond has a higher carat weight.
The diamond shape you pick for your diamond ring depends on what shape your jewelry setting allows. Some ring settings only work with one shape of a diamond. The same goes for earrings, necklaces, bracelets, and other diamond jewelry types. However, many jewelry pieces work with a variety of diamond shapes.
The choice also depends on your preferred look. For a classic diamond, round brilliant is the perfect diamond that's always in style. Another option that's slightly more modern is an oval cut diamond. Vintage lovers might love Asscher or emerald cut diamonds.
If you or your partner want something truly unique, a pear-cut diamond or heart-cut diamond might be the gemstone for you. Interesting fact about hearts: Diamond cutting for a heart diamond is intricate, which makes it one of the more expensive fancy cuts.
Moissanite is a diamond simulant. Diamond simulants are gemstones that may look like diamonds but are not. Moissanite is also not the same thing as a synthetic diamond. A synthetic diamond is a real diamond that didn't form naturally beneath the Earth's surface. For example, a lab grown diamond is synthetic; however, it's still real.
Lab grown gems are less expensive than natural because of their shorter supply chain. Mined gemstones need many people and resources to get from the ground to your ring. Diamond mines are massive operations that disrupt land, wildlife, and communities. After being extracted from below the Earth's surface, raw stones have to be cut, polished, graded, and transported.
Lab grown diamonds eliminate the need for diamond mines by growing crystals in safe and sanitary laboratories. When fewer hands have to touch your stone, you get the same sparkle at a more accessible cost. You can also wear it with peace of mind that your jewelry is 100% ethical.
Colored diamonds (from fancy colored blue to red, and everything in between) are similar to most diamonds but have slightly different features. A colored stone forms when the carbon atom in a diamond interacts with another mineral or minerals.
The exception is pink, which is an extremely rare color. A pink stone is thought to form when an alteration in the structure of its carbon structure occurs under extremely high pressure. This changes the appearance of a clear diamond to pink. The most popular colored stones are pink, yellow, blue, purple, and red.
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