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A recent report by CNN shared that the sale of Engagement Rings with Lab Grown diamonds has taken off, with an increas of 63% over the last year.   Consumers are becoming aware that the mined and grown diamonds contain the same carbon structure so they brilliance and hardness are...

Growing CVD Diamonds. The video showcases the process of manufacturing lab-grown diamonds using Chemical Vapor Deposition (CVD) technology. CVD diamonds are created in a controlled environment by simulating the natural conditions under which diamonds form. A small diamond seed is placed in a chamber, and carbon-rich gases are introduced. Under...

The significant growth in the sale of lab grown diamonds is because of a range of benefits.  Given how much easier it is to create diamonds in a lab versus mining them, these lab-grown diamonds are increasingly popular among ecologically and ethically minded couples. Lab-grown diamonds consume roughly 15% of...

We often get asked, “what are the savings when using Lab Grown Diamonds?” Firstly, there are lots of benefits that are not financial, and remembering these diamonds are created under high pressures and temperatures so are the same pure carbon composition.   Lab Grown Diamonds are created in controlled facilities...

IGI screens every diamond using state of the art technologies to determine naturally mined, laboratory grown or simulant origin. Experienced graduate gemologists conduct further assessment in controlled conditions, detailing relevant gemological characteristics according to the strictest international system. The presence of any permanent treatments will be noted in the comments...

View the Bridal RangeView the Fine Jeweller Range Each and every Diamond, whether created billions of year ago or more recently lab-grown has unique characteristics.   So how can you understand the difference between them and which ones are ‘better than others’.   It wasn’t until the mid 20th century...

Diamonds have long held a strong cultural and social meaning, supported by companies globally control their supply and clever marketing. They are seen as a sign of wealth and long lasting love. The larger the diamond, the higher the social status of the owner. It can also be seen as...

“The measure of intelligence is the ability to change.”― Albert Einstein We’ve chosen to open with that quote because the purpose of this article is to provide information on these different diamond types and educate you to make an informed choice.  This article travels through the lifecycle of your diamond,...