Synthetic vs. natural diamonds
Did you think diamonds came only from the depths of the Earth? Get ready to be dazzled. Synthetic diamonds are reshaping the world of fine jewelry, and LAUREDI is at the forefront of this sparkling change.
A sparkling story
Picture two diamonds side by side. One spent millions of years underground; the other was born in a laboratory in just a few weeks. Guess what? Even specialists would struggle to tell them apart without special equipment.
Let’s turn back the clock for a moment. While natural diamonds were quietly forming deep within the Earth, scientists in the 1950s thought, “What if we made our own shining stones?” That is how, in 1954, the first laboratory-grown diamonds were produced at General Electric. Not very attractive at first, it must be said—but Rome was not built in a day.
Since then, our white-coated innovators have never stopped refining the method. The result? Today’s synthetic diamonds are true look-alikes of their natural counterparts. Same chemical composition, same crystal structure, the same dazzling brilliance. The difference lies in their story—and in their impact on our planet.
What is a laboratory-grown diamond?
Imagine a diamond identical to one taken from a mine, but created through science. These technological marvels are physically, chemically, and optically identical to natural diamonds. The only difference is their origin and their impact on our planet.
The creation process
Laboratory-grown diamonds are produced using two main methods:
1. CVD (Chemical Vapor Deposition): A process that “grows” the diamond from a small fragment of an existing diamond, using methane gas and hydrogen.
2. HPHT (High Pressure High Temperature): This method recreates the natural conditions under which diamonds form in the Earth’s crust.
These processes can take from a few weeks to a few months, unlike the millions of years required for natural diamonds.
Why choose a synthetic diamond?
1. Environmental responsibility: A smaller carbon footprint than mined diamonds.
2. Ethics: No risk of conflict or exploitation.
3. Traceability: Clear, transparent origin.
4. Price: Often 20–40% less expensive than their natural counterparts.
5. Quality: The possibility of obtaining high-quality diamonds with fewer inclusions.
The future of colored diamonds
Naturally colored diamonds are extremely rare and costly. Laboratory-grown diamonds offer an affordable alternative for achieving these exceptional shades. Technology now makes it possible to create diamonds in a captivating range of colors, opening new creative possibilities in fine jewelry.
A step toward the future, but not the end of the journey
Although synthetic diamonds represent a meaningful step toward more ethical fine jewelry, we recognize that the road to perfection is still long. Each innovation is a step in the right direction—a spark of hope for the future of our industry.
So, ready to wear a piece of the future on your finger? Explore our collection of synthetic diamonds, including our Loop Pear ring, and be part of this brilliant revolution.
In conclusion
So—diamond of nature or laboratory diamond? In the end, what matters is the feeling it awakens when you look at it. And that, believe us, is 100% natural. Each piece in the Loop collection tells a story: that of a unique love, of course, but also that of a brilliant revolution in the world of fine jewelry.
