Explore the brilliance of diamonds with expert guidance. We'll help you understand quality, rarity and the difference between natural and lab-grown diamonds.
Diamonds
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 help you make an informed decision about the diamond that best fits your needs.
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One-of-a-kind stones formed by nature, each graded by the Four Cs and compared side by side in person.
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The same chemical, physical and optical properties as natural diamonds, averaging about half the price.
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Rare blue, pink, green and yellow diamonds, brought to Lafayette from highly respected dealers.
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In recent years, laboratory-grown diamonds have become more common, more advanced, and harder to detect. Our diamond experts will help you learn the characteristics that determine a diamond's quality: what each one means, how to look at them individually, and how they work together to determine value. Whether you're choosing a natural or lab-grown diamond for the one you love or for yourself, you should leave knowing you made the best decision.
What's different about the Dianna Rae Diamond Experience? Learn about our unique technological approach, then schedule a free design appointment to start your search for the perfect diamond.
Often, there's no difference to the naked eye between natural and laboratory-grown diamonds. It takes special equipment and advanced gemological knowledge to make an authoritative determination. The inclusions seen in lab-grown diamonds are different than those found in natural diamonds; for example, metallic inclusions may provide a clue that a diamond is lab-grown.
Sources: American Gem Society® and Gemological Institute of America®
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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 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.
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 Kimberley Process, and assurances including the WDC System of Warranties, or audit programs from RJC.
Source: American Gem Society®
Rare & remarkable
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 them. 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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