Did you think diamonds only came from the depths of the Earth? Prepare to be dazzled! Synthetic diamonds are revolutionizing the world of jewelry, and LAUREDI is at the forefront of this scintillating transformation.
Synthetic vs. natural diamonds: A sparkling story!
Imagine two diamonds side by side. One spent millions of years underground, the other was born in a laboratory in a matter of weeks. Guess what? Even experts would have difficulty telling them apart without special equipment!
Let's go back in time for a moment. As natural diamonds were quietly forming deep within the Earth, scientists in the 1950s thought, “What if we created our own shiny pebbles?” This is how, in 1954, the first baby laboratory diamonds were created at General Electric. Not very pretty at first, it must be admitted, but hey, Rome wasn't built in a day!
Since then, our little geniuses in white coats have continued to perfect the recipe. Result ? Today's synthetic diamonds are true doubles of their natural cousins. Same chemical composition, same crystal structure, same dazzling shine. The difference? Their history and their impact on our planet.
What is a lab-grown diamond?
Imagine a diamond identical to one extracted from a mine, but created by science. These technological marvels are physically, chemically and optically identical to natural diamonds. The only difference? Their origin and their impact on our planet.
The creative process
Laboratory diamonds are created using two main methods:
1. CVD (Chemical Vapor Deposition): A process that "grows" diamond from a small existing diamond fragment, using methane gas and hydrogen.
2 . HPHT (High Pressure High Temperature): This method reproduces the natural conditions of diamond formation in the earth's crust.
These processes can take from a few weeks to a few months, unlike the millions of years needed for natural diamonds.
Why choose a synthetic diamond?
1. Eco-responsibility: Reduced carbon footprint compared to mined diamonds.
2. Ethics: No risk of conflict or exploitation.
3. Traceability: Clear and transparent origin.
4. Price: Often 20-40% cheaper than their natural counterparts.
5. Quality: Possibility of obtaining high quality diamonds with fewer inclusions.
The future of colored diamonds
Natural colored diamonds are extremely rare and expensive. Lab-grown diamonds offer an affordable alternative to achieving these exceptional hues. Technology now makes it possible to create diamonds in a palette of fascinating colors, opening up new creative possibilities in jewelry.
A step towards the future, but not the end of the journey
Although synthetic diamonds represent a significant step forward towards more ethical jewelry, we recognize that the road to perfection is still long. Every innovation is a step in the right direction, a spark of hope for the future of our industry.
So, get ready to wear a piece of the future on your finger? Explore our collection of synthetic diamonds, including our ring Loop Pear, and be part of this brilliant revolution!
In conclusion
So, natural diamond or lab diamond? In the end, what matters is the emotion it arouses when you look at it. And that, believe us, it’s 100% natural! Each piece from the Loop collection tells a story: that of a unique love, of course, but also that of a brilliant revolution in the world of jewelry.
