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Lab Grown Diamonds
Real Diamonds with Identical Properties
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Lab-grown diamonds are real diamonds with identical physical, chemical, and optical properties to natural or mined diamonds. Created in controlled laboratories, they replicate the natural diamond formation process. Since they consist of the same material as natural diamonds, they exhibit matching optical and chemical properties.
Key Point: These diamonds have zero environmental impact, providing a sustainable and ethical alternative to mined diamonds while retaining the same valuable characteristics. In addition to sharing identical properties with natural diamonds, lab-grown diamonds are more affordable, making them an appealing choice for consumers.
How are Lab Grown Diamonds Made?
Lab-grown diamonds are not mere imitations; they are genuine diamonds with identical physical, chemical, and optical properties as their natural counterparts. The journey begins with a tiny lab diamond, often referred to as a seed, serving as the catalyst for the growth process.
HPHT Method
High Pressure High Temperature: Scientists replicate the extreme conditions found in the Earth's mantle, by subjecting carbon atoms to extreme pressure (over a million pounds per square inch) and high temperature (around 2,200 degrees Celsius). The result is the formation of a diamond crystal, growing layer by layer over several weeks.
CVD Method
Chemical Vapor Deposition: CVD involves placing a small diamond seed in a sealed chamber filled with carbon-rich gases. As the gas reaches extreme temperatures, carbon atoms are released and bond to the diamond seed, fostering layer-by-layer growth with precise control over its purity and structure.
Growth Period: Regardless of the method employed, lab-grown diamonds undergo a growth period lasting six to ten weeks. During this time, a rough diamond takes shape, maintaining the same physical, chemical, and optical properties as natural diamonds.
Are Lab Grown Diamonds Real Diamonds?
Yes, lab-grown diamonds are indeed real diamonds. They share an identical chemical composition to natural diamonds, consisting of pure carbon in a cubic crystalline form. The key distinction lies in their formation process.
| Aspect | Lab-Grown Diamonds | Natural Diamonds |
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| Formation Time | Few weeks in controlled environment | Millions of years below Earth's surface |
| Chemical Composition | Pure carbon in cubic crystalline form | Pure carbon in cubic crystalline form |
| Properties | Identical hardness, brilliance, and fire | Identical hardness, brilliance, and fire |
| Certification | GIA graded with same criteria | GIA graded with same criteria |
Independent gemological organizations, such as the Gemological Institute of America (GIA), grade and test lab-grown diamonds using the same criteria applied to mined diamonds, including cut, color, clarity, and carat weight.
Why Choose Lab Grown Diamonds?
Selecting lab-grown diamonds is a multifaceted choice that combines beauty, ethics, value, and environmental responsibility. With their identical qualities to natural diamonds, lab-grown diamonds offer a compelling option for those seeking an ethically sound and affordable alternative.
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Mining Free
Lab diamonds are cultivated with precise technology, eliminating the need for environmentally damaging mining practices. This choice promotes sustainability and minimizes the environmental footprint.
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Beauty & Quality
Lab-grown diamonds exhibit the same physical, chemical, and optical properties as their mined counterparts. The high-quality appearance and durability make them indistinguishable from natural diamonds.
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Exceptional Value
Lab-grown diamonds offer exceptional value, allowing consumers to maximize their budget. With costs less than naturally occurring diamonds of comparable size and quality.
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Versatility
Lab-grown diamonds come in a wide range of fancy colors, offering versatility in choice. This variety provides consumers with the opportunity to select diamonds that suit their personal preferences.
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Zero Environmental Impact
Unlike traditional diamond mining that scars the Earth, lab-grown diamonds are produced in controlled environments with zero impact on the environment.
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Production Speed
Lab-grown diamonds can be produced in large batches within a few weeks, offering a quicker turnaround time compared to the prolonged natural diamond formation process.
Certification & Quality
Yes, our lab-grown diamonds are certified. They undergo examination, identification, authentication, and grading by internationally accredited laboratories to ensure their quality and authenticity.
Scientific Precision: The scientific precision involved in the creation of lab-grown diamonds ensures their indistinguishable nature from natural diamonds. Only scientists are able to identify differences between a lab grown diamond and a natural diamond through the analysis of growth conditions, as their properties are identical and a naked eye may see no variance.
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