Owning a diamond is an experience unlike any other. As miracles of time and beauty, each diamond has specific qualities that establish its value. At Dianna Rae, our diamond experts are here to help you learn about the characteristics that unlock the mystery of a diamond’s quality. Discover the differences between a natural diamond and a laboratory-grown diamond, or learn about the rare and valuable natural color diamonds. With a wealth of knowledge and experience, our diamond experts will assist you in making an informed decision about the diamond that best fits your needs.
In recent years, laboratory-grown diamonds have become more common, more advanced, and harder to detect. At Dianna Rae, our diamond experts are here to help you learn about the characteristics that determine a diamond’s quality. You’ll discover what each characteristic means, how to look at them individually, and how they work together to determine the diamond’s value. Whether you’re choosing a natural or lab-grown diamond for the one you love or for yourself, you should leave knowing that you made the best decision. Learn more about lab-grown diamonds below.
What’s different about the Dianna Rae Diamond Experience? Learn about our unique technological approach, then schedule a free design appointment to get started on your search for the perfect diamond.
Lab-grown diamonds are diamonds that are created in a laboratory, either using high pressure and heat to synthesize carbon into a diamond by mimicking the Earth’s natural processes, or laboratory-grown diamonds can also be manufactured using hydrocarbon gas in a process known as chemical vapor deposition. Lab-grown diamonds share the same chemical composition, crystal structure, optical and physical properties of diamonds found in nature. They are just as hard, and they are available in a range of colors and qualities. Like natural diamonds, lab-grown diamonds undergo the same rigorous grading process using the Four Cs.
Sources: American Gem Society® and Gemological Institute of America®
Having an understanding of the Four Cs is important as a buyer, but don’t just stop there! The connection between a diamond’s grading report and its value is answered in how the diamond appears to the naked eye. Comparing diamonds in person will help you make an informed decision so that you’re choosing qualities that are most important to you and to your budget.
With current technology, lab-grown diamonds do offer excellent value and are more affordable than natural diamonds of comparable size and quality. At Dianna Rae Jewelry, lab-grown diamonds average 50 percent less when compared to their natural diamond equivalent.
If you have a specific date or deadline you are hoping to make, we’ll do our best to have your piece of jewelry done in time. Smaller jobs may even take as little as 2 to 3 weeks.
Laboratory-grown diamonds are created in a factory setting using fossil fuels to produce high levels of electricity to synthesize carbon into diamond, using high heat and high temperatures. The Jewelers Vigilance Council, a nonprofit consumer advocacy group, has called upon laboratory-grown diamond producers to substantiate “eco friendly” claims, but no evidence has been produced.
According to the Diamond Producers Association, the natural diamond industry supports jobs for more than ten million people across the globe and contributes billions of dollars each year to local economies, investing in public healthcare, education, roads, electricity, sanitation, and other public goods. These efforts have virtually eradicated conflict diamonds, ensuring that 99.8 percent of all diamonds on the market come from conflict-free sources.
The laboratory-grown diamond industry currently has limited regulation and oversight, where natural diamonds are often traced from mine-to-market with processes such as blockchain, the Kimberly Process, and assurances including the WDC System of Warranties, or audit programs from RJC.
Source: American Gem Society®
Often, there’s no difference to the naked eye between natural and laboratory-grown diamonds. You need special equipment and advanced gemological knowledge before making an authoritative determination if a diamond is natural or synthetic. The inclusions seen in laboratory-grown diamonds are different than those found in natural diamonds. For example, metallic inclusions may provide a clue that the diamond is lab-grown.
Sources: American Gem Society® and Gemological Institute of America®
Natural color diamonds are a true wonder of nature! They allure us with their sparkling hues of blue, pink, green, and yellow, to name a few. No other gemstone can match their rarity and beauty. Each color has something different to offer and a unique charm all its own.
As a jewelry designer and diamond and gem specialist, I’m fascinated by the artistry of natural color diamonds. Whether in a ring, necklace, or pair of earrings, the individual characteristics of each color can inspire new designs.
The physical conditions must be just right to color a diamond naturally, making natural color diamonds extremely rare. These miracles of nature are found all over the world, but you don’t have to travel far to enjoy their beauty and wonderment. I’ve worked with highly respected diamond dealers to bring these remarkable diamonds to Lafayette, Louisiana, and it is my joy to share them with you.
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