Synthetic Diamonds

March 24, 2017

Telling the Difference Between a Cubic Zirconia and a Real Diamond

This page contains references to diamonds or engagement rings from different companies. Sometimes I do receive a commission when you click on links and buy the products. Diamonds are loved around the world for their elegance, their style, and ‘wow factor’. Diamonds and diamond products make for great gifts and brilliant collections. As you know from our website, diamonds can come in all kinds of shapes, sizes, cuts, colors and clarities.
October 11, 2017

How to Tell if a Diamond is Real or Fake

This page contains references to diamonds or engagement rings from different companies. Sometimes I do receive a commission when you click on links and buy the products. This guide is designed for those of you who have a piece of jewelry you want to be sure contains real diamonds. You can rest assured that when you purchase a new piece of diamond jewelry, as long as you buy from a reputable dealer you are getting the real deal. This can be confirmed with the GIA or AGS certificate you’ll be able to see prior to the point of sale.
January 17, 2020

Labs Warn of Synthetic Diamond Color Instability

Synthetic diamonds are often sold as a cheaper alternative to natural diamonds. Lab grown diamonds carry similar properties as natural diamonds but at a much lower cost – are we now discovering why? Previously, lab grown diamonds marketed themselves as the ‘ethical option’ for diamond enthusiasts, however this is widely disputed. The Kimberley Process has eradicated conflict diamonds from the open market and social responsibility schemes safeguard the communities surrounding diamond mines.
April 23, 2022

Moissanite vs. Diamond: Which is Better?

White sapphire. Cubic Zirconia. Colorless rutile. There are many types of gems used to imitate diamonds. But one that comes up often is moissanite. However, moissanite is much more than an imitation. They’re very different from diamonds, but they do have their own, very distinct advantages, such as their brilliance, clarity, and price. So how do they fare when compared to diamonds? In this article, we will be analyzing the moissanite vs. diamond debate.  What is Moissanite? Moissanite vs. Diamond: The Quick Guide Telling the Difference Between Moissanite and Diamond Reasons to Purchase Moissanite The Disadvantages of Moissanite Comparing the […]