How Are Grown Diamonds Made?
There are two primary methods for creating grown diamonds.
1. High Pressure High Temperature (HPHT)
This method mimics the way diamonds form in the earth, using extreme pressure and heat to turn carbon into crystal.
2. Chemical Vapor Deposition (CVD)
This newer technique uses carbon-rich gas in a vacuum chamber to build a diamond layer by layer. It’s precise, efficient, and creates high-quality stones with fewer inclusions.
The result is the same for either method: A real diamond down to its atomic structure, complete with all the same hardness, clarity, and fire as its mined counterpart.
Grown Diamond vs. Mined Diamonds
Same brilliance. Same forever. Less compromise.
Grown diamonds are IGI-certified, appraisable, and made to last a lifetime, just like mined diamonds. The difference? You’ll often get higher clarity, better color, or a larger stone for the same price. Created with advanced technology that replicates the natural process of diamond formation, grown diamonds offer all the beauty of a traditional mined diamond, without the environmental cost or ethical baggage.
| Feature | Grown | Mined |
|---|---|---|
| Origin | Grown in a lab | Extracted from the earth |
| Composition | 100% real diamond | 100% real diamond |
| Appearance | Identical | Identical |
| Environmental Impact | Lower | Higher |
| Ethical Transparency | High | Varies |
| Price | 30–60% less | Traditionally higher |
Lab-Grown Diamonds vs. Moissanite or Cubic Zirconia (CZ)
Not all sparkle is created equal. While Moissanite and CZ are often used as diamond alternatives, they are not diamonds. If you want the look, feel, and longevity of a diamond, Grown is the real thing.
Grown Diamond
Real Diamond? Yes
Durability: 10 (Mohs scale)
Visual Difference: Identical to mined
Price: $$$
Moissanite
Real Diamond? No
Durability: 9.25 (Mohs scale)
Visual Difference: More rainbow sparkle
Price: $$
Cubic Zirconia (CZ)
Real Diamond? No
Durability: 8.5 (Mohs scale)
Visual Difference: Dulls over time
Price: $
Why Choose Grown Diamonds?
They're real. Same composition, same grading, same permanence.
They’re conscious. No mining. No mystery. Just beauty with transparency.
They’re elevated. Often higher in clarity and color, without the markup.
They’re modern. Perfect for how you live, love, and wear jewelry now.
Whether you're shopping for your first piece or marking a forever moment, grown diamonds offer a new kind of luxury, one that reflects your values as much as your style.