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Lab Grown vs. Natural DIAMONDS
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WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
Lab-grown diamonds have carved out a niche in the world of jewelry, and while they won’t ever replace natural diamonds, they’re here to stay. We’re here to detail the attributes of both, so you can make an informed choice. In the technical sense, there is no difference between lab-grown and natural diamonds. Lab-grown contain all the same physical properties as the ones made by Mother Nature. The difference is that lab-grown diamonds are created through technological processes. They are synthetic, which does not mean the same thing as simulant. They have exactly the same properties as natural diamonds; one of which is hardness. Because diamonds are so durable, they last forever, which makes them perfect for jewelry that will be worn every day and passed on to the next generation. Some people have a preference for natural diamonds, and why not? There is something awe-inspiring about their origin. The world’s most important diamonds — the Cullinan (of which we have a replica in our showroom), the Hope, the Taylor-Burton, etc. — are miracles of nature, which makes them eternally valuable. While those took billions of years to make, lab-grown diamonds have the advantage of being produced in a matter of weeks. This accelerated production process significantly reduces the cost, making them accessible to a broad range of consumers. And because they’re made in a laboratory, origin-conscious consumers can feel confident about where their diamonds came from (rest
assured we at Diamonds Direct ethically source our natural diamonds, too). The production of lab-grown diamonds can be closely controlled, so many have exceptional color and clarity characteristics, meeting the high standards of discerning buyers who would otherwise pay a higher price for a comparable natural diamond. Whether you choose lab-grown or natural, nothing will ever compare to the beauty and elegance of a diamond. It’s a win-win, either way!
Compare the Differences Is it a diamond? Chemical Composition Source Time Taken to Create Independently Certified
Mined Diamonds X X The Earth 1 to 3 Billion Years X Through the Kimberly Process X
Lab-Created Diamonds X X A Laboratory Several Weeks to Months
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Does it test as a real diamond vs. a simulated diamond? Price Comparison (of comparable quality and size)
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