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What is the difference between natural and lab diamonds?

What is the difference between natural and lab diamonds?

What are Natural Diamonds? Natural diamonds are formed deep within the Earth's mantle over billions of years. They are created when carbon atoms are subjected to intense heat and pressure. This process causes the carbon...
Comparing IGI vs. GIA Diamond Certifications: What You Need to Know

Comparing IGI vs. GIA Diamond Certifications: What You Need to Know

While GIA (Gemological Institute of America) is often regarded as the industry standard for diamond grading, it's true that various studies and observations have indicated that IGI (International Gemological Institute) can be quite comparable in...
What are lab-grown diamonds?

What are lab-grown diamonds?

Lab-grown diamonds, man-made diamonds, or synthetic diamonds are all different names for the same stone, a diamond. Lab diamonds and natural diamonds share the same physical, chemical, and optical properties, making them indistinguishable. Today, I...
How To Clean Your Rings At Home

How To Clean Your Rings At Home

How to clean your rings at home, when you can't make it into store! Keep your rings clean and sparkly all year long, by following these easy steps.
How Do I Choose The Right Band Width For My Engagement Ring?

How Do I Choose The Right Band Width For My Engagement Ring?

Don't know what band width to choose for your engagement ring? Read this post to discover the pros and cons of dainty vs. heavier rings, lifestyle factors that are important to keep in mind, as...
5 Different Ways To Style The Nicole

5 Different Ways To Style The Nicole

5 different ways to style the Nicole. The Nicole setting features 4 stiletto prongs, a diamond pave under halo, and a cathedral body. A classic streamlined profile which makes it easy to pair with any...
What does diamond eternity mean?

What does diamond eternity mean?

Diamond eternity refers to how far the diamonds go around the band of a ring. At our store, we offer the option for you to choose the diamond eternity of any of our made to order rings....
Harro Gem Oval Brilliant Moissanite

Harro Gem Oval Diamond Cut Moissanite

Harro gem offers three different faceting styles for their oval moissanite: crushed ice, brilliant, and diamond cut. The crushed ice is comprised of all modified facets which mean that the star facets of the stone's pavilion don't...
Do lab diamonds have certificates like natural diamonds?

Do lab diamonds have certificates like natural diamonds?

Yes, lab-grown diamonds will come with a certificate just like natural diamonds do. The two main grading labs that grade the stones we carry are IGI and GCAL. IGI is the larger grading house with...