INTRODUCING
Lab Grown Gemstones
It's been a long time coming...Lab Grown Diamonds, Lab Sapphire, Lab Ruby, Lab Alexandrite. You’ve been asking, and we’re now able to offer lab grown gemstones in a variety of signature Aurumluminos style engagement rings and the option to custom create your own.
While listening to our clients, we’re also adapting to the growing and changing gemstone industry in a way that fits within our ethical standards that have been a part of Aurumluminos vision since the beginning.
What are lab grown gemstones?
Lab grown gemstones are cultivated in an environmentally controlled laboratory. Advancements in technology have enabled the replication of the natural processes that occur in the Earth’s crust, such as extreme heat and pressure, which produce natural gemstones.
Sustainable & Attainable
Lab grown gemstones can be produced with a potentially unlimited supply of the required elements. This limitless supply brings their cost down, making these beautiful gemstones more attainable than ever before!
Are lab grown gemstones 'real'?
Absolutely. Lab grown gemstones possess the same physical, chemical, and optical properties as their natural counterparts. To the naked eye, it’s impossible to differentiate between a natural, mined gemstone and a lab grown one.
FAQ
Learn more about Lab Grown Gemstones
They are cultivated by scientists in a laboratory using one of two processes: Chemical Vapor Deposition (CVD) and High Pressure High Temperature (HPHT). Both processes mimic the natural environment in which gemstones are formed. While natural gemstones can take millions of years to form, lab grown gemstones can be created in a matter of weeks!
The process of creating lab grown gemstones ensures a completely transparent supply chain. When sourcing these gemstones, we know the laboratory and exact location they came from. With lab grown gemstones, there is no ambiguity.
The chemical and physical makeup of natural and lab grown gemstones are identical; the only difference lies in their origin and rarity. When sourcing lab grown gemstones, our specialists apply the same criteria as they do when selecting natural gemstones, ensuring consistently high quality across our inventory.
Certainly! but currently only lab diamond is supported ,come with third-party certification, including certifications from reputable institutions such as the Gemological Institute of America (GIA) or the International Gemological Institute (IGI).
Yes, you can. Just like a natural gemstone engagement ring, a lab grown gemstone can be insured for peace of mind.
If you find that a natural, mined gemstone suits your preferences, then a lab grown gemstone is equally suitable. Both varieties rank a 10 on the Moh’s Scale of Hardness and can only be scratched by another gemstone, making them ideal for everyday wear! Simply select the right setting for your lifestyle, and you’re all set!
While you’ve been asking for it, the gemstone industry has been constantly evolving, and lab grown gemstones are a significant asset. As we continue to offer Earth’s naturally formed stones, we’re excited about the opportunity to evolve and offer something beyond.