A GLIMPSE INTO STELIOS JEWELLERS
Another month has flown by and we find ourselves in September already.
The last few months, Stelios has been busy with Jewellery fairs in Sydney, networking with businesses in Perth as well as suppliers around the globe.
The jewellery industry, as well as most businesses have seen a slight downturn recently but we look at this as an opportunity to look at our business
and also opportunities to seek new technology,
products and keep up to date with trends.
LAB GROWN VERSUS NATURAL DIAMONDS
In the world of precious stones, diamonds have long held a special place. Their brilliant sparkle and enduring hardness have made them a symbol of love, wealth, and power. But in recent years, a new kind of diamond has entered the scene: lab-grown diamonds. These man-made gems are virtually indistinguishable from their natural counterparts, yet they offer a number of advantages that are making them an increasingly popular choice.
Natural Diamonds
Natural diamonds are formed over billions of years under the Earth’s surface. They are created when carbon atoms, under extreme heat and pressure, bond together to form a crystal lattice structure. This process occurs about 100 miles beneath the Earth’s surface, in the mantle layer. Once formed, diamonds are brought to the surface by deep-source volcanic eruptions. The rarity of these conditions, combined with the time it takes for a diamond to form, makes natural diamonds incredibly valuable.
Lab-Grown Diamonds
Lab-grown diamonds, also known as synthetic or man-made diamonds, are created in a laboratory using high-pressure, high-temperature (HPHT) or chemical vapor deposition (CVD) methods. These processes replicate the conditions under which natural diamonds form, allowing scientists to create diamonds in a matter of weeks or months rather than billions of years.
Like natural diamonds, lab-grown diamonds are made of carbon atoms arranged in a crystal lattice structure. This gives them the same physical, chemical, and optical properties as natural diamonds.
COMPARING QUALITY AND VALUE
Natural Diamonds
The quality and value of a natural diamond are determined by the 4Cs: carat, cut, color, and clarity. Carat refers to the weight of the diamond, with larger diamonds being more valuable. Cut refers to how well the diamond has been cut from its rough form, with well-cut diamonds reflecting more light and appearing more brilliant. Color refers to the presence of any color in the diamond, with colorless diamonds being the most valuable. Clarity refers to the presence of any internal or external flaws, known as inclusions and blemishes, with flawless diamonds being the most valuable.
Lab-Grown Diamonds
Like natural diamonds, the quality and value of lab-grown diamonds are determined by the 4Cs. However, because lab-grown diamonds are created under controlled conditions, they can often be produced to a higher standard of quality. For example, lab-grown diamonds can be made to a specific carat weight, cut to precise standards, and produced with minimal color and inclusions.
This means that lab-grown diamonds can offer excellent value for money. They are typically less expensive than natural diamonds of the same quality, making them an attractive option for those on a budget. However, it’s important to note that lab-grown diamonds do not hold their value in the same way as natural diamonds, as they can be produced in unlimited quantities.
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