Diamonds Are Forever. Are Lab Grown Diamonds Too?

Some may call them manmade diamonds; others would prefer CVD or man-made diamonds. The truth is lab grown diamonds have as names as it has myths surrounding it. But, what diamonds are grown in a lab? Wait, are they diamonds at all? Should sellers sell them? Should buyers buy them?

Do you have any more questions? Feel free to voice them. We are one of the largest lab grown diamond manufacturers; and as such, the responsibility to answer these questions to the best of our ability, fall on us. So, why not burst one myth at a time?

But, before we get to that, let us tell you a little bit about ourselves.

We are a part of the New York based Shashvat Diamonds Inc., and we specialise in lab grown diamonds. Shashvat Diamonds started off in Surat, the diamond city of India. Some four decades have passed since, and the endeavour that began as a small manufacturing unit has now spread all around the globe.

Today, we enjoy an unparalleled reputation in the industry, and a rich repository of wisdom that comes with a 40-year old legacy. Our units are well equipped with state-of-the-art technology, and our products come with a rare finish and finesse. Our clientele hails from leading markets like US, Canada, Europe, Hong Kong and Bangkok.

Now that you know us, we feel more confident about garnering your trust. Together, let’s unleash the truth about man-made diamonds. Shall we?

#1: Lab grown diamonds are not real diamonds

Man-made diamonds or lab created diamonds have the same chemical composition, refractive index, dispersion, hardness, density, and crystalline structure as mined diamonds. In fact, we would go so far as to say that they are identical in every way. Just that, one was found in nature; the other one was formed in a lab by the finest of craftsmen.

And, you don’t even have to take our word for it. Go ahead, and ask your trusted jeweller; they’d tell you the same thing.

#2: Lab created diamonds are not forever

Have you heard that saying: Diamonds are forever? Simple and elegant, isn’t it? And, what could be a better way to capture the timelessness of diamonds? Except that, we would like to take it one step ahead and make it say: Lab Grown Diamonds are forever.

Since mined and man-made diamonds have the same chemical composition; they also share the same strength, durability and aesthetic appeal. They are diamonds, after all!

#3: Lab grown diamonds do not have any re-sale value

Truth be told, this myth is more about mined diamonds than it is about man-made diamonds. Diamonds, like most gems, have intrinsic value that goes up with time. This may make one think that diamonds are good investments, and sure they are; but not if you buy them from a jewellery store at mark-up price. It will still have some resale value but you can’t expect to make an enormous profit unless you own a really rare piece of jewellery, purchased at a wholesale price. The same is true for lab created diamonds.

Also, it may interest you to know that irrespective of origin, diamonds are priced according to an internationally accepted pricing system which takes into consideration, the four Cs: carat, cut, clarity and colour. There is no discrimination there.

So, as a jeweller, you can educate your consumer about the fairness of the pricing strategy of lab grown diamonds, and about its re-sale value. This will help them to overcome their doubts and scepticism, and make an informed purchase.