Choosing Between Natural and Laboratory-Grown Diamonds
When you design your bespoke engagement ring at TenSevenSeven, it becomes truly and authentically yours with your final choice of diamond. Our curated selection includes premium natural and laboratory-grown diamonds, so you can choose your perfect stone.
Discover our guide to laboratory-grown and natural diamonds below, to inspire your choice. Our Diamond Experts are also ready to assist if you would like to learn more; simply click to connect with a diamond expert below.
What is a laboratory-grown diamond?
As their name implies, they are diamonds which are grown in laboratories as opposed to under the Earth. Laboratory-grown diamonds possess essentially the same chemical, physical, and optical properties as natural diamonds. They are made of pure carbon and have a rating of 10 on the Mohs hardness scale – meaning they are just as hard as natural diamonds. The difference between the two is in their origin.
What are the benefits of a laboratory-grown diamond?
It’s important to note that neither natural nor laboratory-grown diamonds are a superior choice; it’s a matter of which diamond type is perfect for you, and which allows you to create the bespoke ring you are envisioning.
While natural diamonds possess the mystique and significance of gems that have taken millions of years to form below the Earth’s surface, laboratory-grown diamonds offer the same beauty and durability with a different origin. Just like natural diamonds, laboratory-grown diamonds form with their own unique blend of colour and inclusions, meaning that each stone is one-of-a-kind.
The major appeal of laboratory-grown diamonds is that they can make a truly spectacular stone more accessible. A laboratory-grown diamond with premium colour and clarity grades, and a luxurious carat weight, will cost less than a natural diamond with the same qualities. If you are dreaming of a statement diamond look, or exceptional clarity to make the most of a fancy cut stone, a laboratory-grown diamond could be the option for you.
Are laboratory-grown diamonds more sustainable?
At TenSevenSeven, we are proudly certified by the Responsible Jewellery Council and we carefully source our diamonds to ensure the beauty of your ring goes deep beyond its appearance. We are committed to responsible natural diamond sourcing, and to offering only conflict-free diamonds in our jewellery.
Our laboratory-grown diamonds are all certified sustainability rated in accordance with SCS-007; meaning they are sustainably grown, climate neutral, and ensure the fair and ethical treatment of workers and communities involved in the chain of custody.
It’s important to understand that all laboratory-grown diamonds aren’t necessarily sustainable, just because of the fact that they aren’t mined. If sustainability is an important consideration for you, ensure you are choosing a jeweller with responsible sourcing practices and/or sustainability certifications.
Whether you choose a natural or laboratory-grown diamond for your bespoke TenSevenSeven ring, your diamond is unique to you and will ensure your forever-piece is authentically yours.
Step into our atelier to discover our range of diamonds, as well as precious metals and expertly crafted ring settings.
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