Rainbow Mountain In Natural Diamond

The iridescence effect of natural diamond in a different angle can be mesmerizing and memorable. Many thanks to gemologists at GIA Mumbai and Carlsbad for sharing an insightful report.

Useful link:

https://www.gia.edu/gems-gemology/summer-2023-microworld-rainbow-mountains-in-natural-diamond

Can A Lab-grown Diamond Replace The Allure Of Natural Diamond?

Times have changed. I think the answer should be yes. At the end of the day consumers are the deciders. 

Useful link:

https://www.theglobeandmail.com/business/article-lab-grown-diamonds-vs-mined-gems

Can Lab-grown Diamonds Replace The Real Thing?

Not really. Natural diamonds and lab-grown diamonds or synthetic diamonds have found their space and opportunity in the consumer market. Natural rubies, sapphires and emeralds have coexisted with synthetic or lab-grown rubies, sapphires and emeralds for decades and the same should be possible with diamonds. 

Useful link:

https://edition.cnn.com/style/article/lab-grown-diamonds-ethical-luxury-sept

Funny Or Die

Consumers will be the deciders.

Useful links:
https://diamondproducers.com
https://www.jckonline.com/editorial-article/dpa-funny-die-lab-grown-diamonds

Synthetics vs. Natural: The Battle Over Value

What makes a diamond valuable? The value of the diamond is built when you package it and brand it in the consumer's eye. The origin, whether it's mined or made doesn't guarantee a value.

Useful links:
https://www.diamondconference.ae
https://www.diamonds.net/News/NewsItem.aspx?ArticleID=64368&ArticleTitle=Synthetics%2bvs.%2bNatural%253a%2bThe%2bBattle%2bover%2bValue