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What are the physical differences between Mined & Manmade diamonds?

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 It is an the ongoing discussion about comparison between the lab grown diamonds and manmade diamonds . While lab grown diamonds has emerged as the next best alternative for natural diamonds, people are still skeptical to invest in it. It has gained a lot of hype, both positive and negative. Lab grown diamonds are manufactured by recreating the natural conditions required of creation of natural diamonds in a laboratory. They are manufactured under identical extreme heat & pressure like conditions that exists inside the earth’s crust during the creation of real diamonds . They share same physical, chemical and optical properties as mined diamonds . Difference between Mined & Manmade diamonds Can you spot any difference in the above two images? The two pictures above are both F color VS1 clarity, similar carat weight, and cut. If each were in front of you, it would be nearly impossible to tell, but one is a mined diamond, and one is a man made diamond. There are no vi...

What Shape Diamond Should I Get?

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If you’re thinking about a potential upcoming engagement, you might be looking at engagement ring styles to find out what you like best! In addition to deciding on a ring design, you should also be asking, “ What diamond shape should I get? ” When researching shapes, you’ll see the term “cut” used quite a bit and this term actually has two applications.  Many people think the cut refers to the shape of a diamond, but they are actually two different things. Cut generally focuses on the grading from “ideal” to “very good”, which is based on the refraction of light and brilliance of the diamond.  Cut is also used to reference the shape of the diamond that you choose. While the traditional and most popular center stone shape is the round cut , we have quite a few fancy shapes to show you that may just pique your interest, and each of them is sure to highlight your unique style. The diamond shape you choose can say a lot about your personality. Each fancy shape below has its ow...

CVD Vs Natural Diamonds

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As diamond engagement rings continue to be the worldwide symbol of eternal love , a new challenger is disrupting the traditional diamond scene - lab grown diamonds .  Ethically-sourced and widely affordable, it’s no surprise that these man-made stones are growing in popularity  Are you curious if a CVD diamond is the right choice for you? Keep reading to learn everything you need to know to make an informed decision regarding the center stone for your forever adornment. What Are CVD Diamonds? CVD diamonds are a variety of diamonds produced using Chemical Vapor Deposition (CVD) . Different from natural diamonds and High-Pressure High Temperature (HPHT) lab diamonds , CVD-processed stones first made their way onto the fine jewelry scene about a decade ago and are growing in popularity on the online jewelry market . Are CVD Diamonds Real Diamonds? Yes, CVD diamonds are real diamonds . Although grown in a lab, CVD diamonds are gem-quality diamonds that have the same elemental...

HPHT & CVD DIAMOND GROWTH PROCESSES EXPLAINED

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With more couples choosing to be more environmentally conscious, lab grown diamonds provide the perfect eco-friendly engagement ring. Over the last few years, lab grown diamonds have become an increasingly popular alternative to naturally mined diamonds. With more couples choosing to be more environmentally conscious, lab grown diamonds provide the perfect eco-friendly engagement ring. But what is a lab grown diamond ? A lab grown diamond is still a real diamond , their chemical and physical properties are identical. This makes it very difficult to tell the difference between a natural diamond and a lab grown one. Even the experts have a hard time distinguishing the two!   One of the fundamental differences between natural and synthetic diamonds is that naturally occurring diamonds are formed deep within the Earth’s crust. The intense pressure and heat causes carbon atoms to crystallize, thus forming diamonds. Lab grown diamonds on the other hand are manufactured using two sc...

WHAT DOES IT MEAN WHEN DIAMONDS ARE GIA GRADED?

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Are you ready to begin a new exciting chapter of your love story? Holey moley, engagement time comes with a lot of things to think about. Finding a perfect diamond engagement ring is one of your important decisions. Once you start the search, you can get confused about GIA-graded diamond rings , a variety of designs, diamond shapes , carat weights, and prices. According to the  Knot 2019 Jewelry & Engagement Study , the national average cost of an engagement ring in 2019 was $5,900. Quality and price go hand in hand. So, you need to pay attention to details, particularly to the diamond’s identity and quality characteristics. Make your diamond engagement ring worth the investment. Among a wide range of diamonds, it’s easy to purchase a fake. In order to avoid this, you should ask a jeweler for the grading report, in which you can see information about the GIA grading diamond in the ring.  Here you’ll learn about the GIA ,   the 4Cs   of diamond quality, and the...

How to Make Valentine’s Day Special During Covid

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With traditional date spots being closed or at a lower capacity due to the ever-present COVID-19 , there are fewer go-to spots than usual for couples to spend a S pecial Valentine’s Day celebration . There are always beautiful gift ideas that will make anyone feel special, but what can you do aside from giving gifts? Luckily we started brainstorming and came up with some other ways to celebrate the day of love with your special loved one(s). Some of these might already be a part of your everyday life together, but there’s always a new spin to bring to classic at-home date night ideas. Who  doesn’t  love a great game night? Grab your favorite board game or card game and some snacks (adult beverages optional) and sit around a table or comfy space and begin! Some games may be more encouraging for spending time together than others; we think everyone knows what Monopoly can do to relationships! Some of our personal favorites are Uno, Yahtzee, Checkers, Chess, Scrabble, Guess Who...