Grading Lab-Grown Diamonds: An Introduction to the Four Cs
Today, lab-grown or synthetic diamonds are evaluated by the same grading standards used for natural diamonds. All diamonds can receive precise…
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Amanda Butcher
Lab-Grown Diamond Pricing
What are the major factors behind lab-grown diamond pricing? Learn how synthetic diamond pricing differs from that of natural diamonds.
Is Growing Diamonds a Sustainable Alternative to Diamond Mining?
Are lab-grown diamonds a more sustainable resource than natural diamonds? Compare the environmental impact of diamond mining to lab production.…
Lab-Grown Diamond Production Methods
Lab-grown diamond production methods simulate the natural conditions that produce diamonds deep underground. Learn how the HPTP and CVD processes…
A Brief History of Lab-Grown Diamonds
The lab-grown diamonds available now are the result of decades of research. Learn the history of lab-grown diamonds and how they’ve disrupted…
History of Birthstones
Birthstones have become an international jewelry trend, but have you ever wondered where this tradition began? Here is your rundown on the centuries-long,…
Most Expensive Diamond Colors With Prices
Colored diamonds are highly sought after for their beautiful, rich colors and rarity in nature. Some colors are rarer than others, causing them…
Ethical Diamonds: How to Buy a Conflict-Free Diamond in 2021
Diamonds should represent memories and promises, but unfortunately many diamonds were mined in unsafe conditions or conflict zones. It can be…
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