What’s The Difference Between Lab-Grown Diamonds And Natural Ones?

What are natural diamonds?

We know that we love them, but do we know how they are created? Natural, or mined, diamonds are formed inside the Earth, under extremely high conditions of pressure and temperature. In short, it happens when carbon dioxide is heated until it solidifies.

The problem is that this process is not reliable. A small change in the necessary conditions can interrupt the entire development. Natural diamonds take around 1 to 3 billion years to be completely formed, and they are a finite resource. To extract, it’s necessary to mine them, preferably near recent volcanic eruptions that bring the diamonds near to the surface.

They are very rare and unique, which makes them even more dreamy and perfect. This is also an advantage that helps increase their financial value every year, making diamond jewelry a true investment.

Chemical Vapor Deposition

This procedure heats a slice of diamond seed up to 800 degrees Celsius. Then, it’s mixed with carbon gasses to create a plasma. This material will turn carbon into a diamond. This technique was developed in the 1980’s and it’s less expensive because it consumes less energy.

High Pressure and High Temperature

This one is similar to the conditions of pressure and temperature required to create a natural diamond, inside Earth. It can be completed in a few months, producing a glowing diamond. The first use of this procedure was in the 1950’s, for industrial purposes.

Which one is better: lab-grown or natural diamonds?

The answer to that is just personal preference. Some people desire natural diamonds due to the whole process involved: something that once was a substance deep inside the Earth and became something incredible. Lab-grown diamonds are getting more and more popular because of their low environmental impact. Mining can be harmful to nature and also to the miners, so lab-grown diamonds are considered more eco-friendly. They are also traceable; which allows you to find out when and where they were produced.

The best place to find breathtaking diamond jewelry in Orange, CT

Cellini Design Jewelers represents more than 70 years on the market, made by one family and three generations. We honor our clients with the best service experience. Our jewelry catalog offers countless options of the most charming pieces you will ever see!

We only work with the best designers and biggest names in the jewelry industry. That is how we show how much we value our clients and quality in everything we do. We also offer services, such as jewelry cleaning and repair, appraisals and watch repair. Plus, you can also customize your new favorite piece of jewelry or have a design made specially for you!

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