This article aims to address some of the common misconceptions surrounding laboratory-grown diamonds. It shares the latest data from globally respected analysts and researchers on terminology, disclosure, sustainability claims and pricing. By examining laboratory-grown diamonds from all angles, the aim of this article is to give our clients a complete and accurate picture of the two […]
The Gemological Institute of America (GIA) has updated the terms it will use to describe lab-grown on reports, to distinguish them further from natural diamonds. The new nomenclature will use descriptive terms to characterize the quality of synthetic diamonds, the GIA said Monday. According to the new system, submitted lab-grown diamonds will fall into one […]
Edahn Golan, who has 20 years of experience as a diamond industry analyst, provides insight into how the lab-grown diamond market continues to decline. by Harriet Whitaker at proffessionaljeweller.com This has been an ongoing trend since they were first introduced to the market eight years ago. These declines have persisted into the first quarter of 2025. […]
Perhaps the most iconic diamond cut from the early 18th to the late 19th century, the Antique Cut Diamond evokes an era in history when diamonds were measured by the eye and shaped entirely by hand. Unlike modern cut diamonds, which use scientific principles and advanced technology, such as lasers and 3D mapping, to maximise […]
The allure of an oval cut diamond is in part attributed to its elongated round shape that evokes an understated elegance, and its 58-faceted modified brilliant style cut exudes fire that can rival that of a round brilliant diamond. In addition, their larger surface area makes oval cut diamonds look bigger compared to round diamonds […]
INTRODUCTION Most consumers in today’s marketplace choose round brilliant-cut diamonds fashioned to meet modern concepts of beauty. These sparkling gems represent the collective talents of generations of skilled cutters over six centuries. As diamond cuts evolved into today’s 57- or 58-facet round brilliants, styles progressed through many stages. By 1750, when the brilliant cut had […]
Laboratory grown diamonds offer an alternative for couples getting engaged and consumers looking to purchase jewellery at more affordable price points in comparison to mined diamonds. Source: GIA Laboratory Grown vs. Mined Diamonds Grown inside a laboratory using cutting-edge technology, and not mined from the earth, laboratory grown diamonds can be physically, chemically and optically […]
Diamond fluorescence is a non-issue for most people buying diamonds, but the misconception surrounding the term can cause confusion. If you’re shopping for a diamond or noticed the term ‘Fluorescence’ on a diamond grading report and you’re not sure whether it’s good or bad, this article’s for you. When it comes to diamonds, the Gemological […]
Pronounced “mahr-keez”, the romantic Marquise cut diamond with an aristocratic air, has origins dating back to the 17th century. The Marquise cut is also referred to as a “navette” diamond, meaning “little ship” in French. Legend has it that this diamond cut was named for the Marquise de Pompadour, a mistress of King Louis XV […]
Set into jewellery by second-century Romans, brown diamonds continue to be celebrated for their warm and luxurious earthy colour. ‘Champagne diamond’ is a marketing term for brown diamonds that exude a prominent golden hue that is naturally brown in lighter shades that resemble champagne. According to the GIA…” Brown is the most common fancy diamond […]
