Diamonds

What is the difference between lab grown diamonds and natural diamonds?
Are lab grown diamonds real?

Lab grown diamonds are chemically real diamonds, they are made up of the same compounds as natural diamonds that are mined but rather than forming over millions of years underground they have been grown in a lab by simulating those underground conditions.

The benefits of lab grown diamonds are that they are all conflict free and to some degree, eco friendly, they are grown locally in London so their greenhouse footprint is way smaller than mined diamonds. Lab grown diamonds are significantly cheaper than mined diamonds because of the manufacturing process. If you compare a lab grown diamond side by side to a natural diamond you will not be able to tell the difference, even with a diamond tester!

Mined diamonds are one of natures works of art, they have formed over millions of years and the inclusions found in some stones help you build an image of the process they went through. Natural diamonds are so special because they are extreamly rare and difficult to find. Once they have completed the natural formation process they are mined and complete there journey with you. Because of the rarity of specifc natural diamonds they can make a great investment. Why? Supply and demand.

Both lab grown and natural diamonds are scientifically real diamonds and nobody can tell the difference without expensive and specialist equiptment. If you are working to a budget, creating a piece of fashion jewellery, or environmentally concious then lab grown diamonds could be a great option for you.
If you love the idea of owning a stone with a story, that was naturally formed by the world we live in, or if your seeking an investment stone and have a fair budget then natural stones will likely be more suitable for you.