Lab grown diamonds, also known as laboratory grown diamonds or ethical lab grown diamonds, are chemically identical to mined diamonds or natural diamonds. They offer the same level of beauty and are an extremely popular choice. A lab grown diamond, unlike a simulant, has the same chemical and physical properties as a mined diamond. They are aesthetically and physically identical to mined diamonds, offering the same fire and brilliance.
Yes, lab grown diamonds are considered more ethical than mined diamonds. They are free from the ethical concerns associated with diamond mining such as potential human rights issues and environmental damage. Lab grown diamonds are created in controlled laboratory environments, eliminating concerns about mining practices while still providing the same beauty and quality as mined diamonds.
Lab grown diamonds generally have a significantly lower carbon footprint compared to mined diamonds. The mining process for natural diamonds requires extensive land disruption and energy consumption, while lab grown diamonds can be produced with less environmental impact. At Cullen Jewellery, we go a step further by ensuring all our lab grown diamonds are carbon neutral certified.
No, Cullen Jewellery exclusively sells lab grown diamonds and moissanite. We've made this conscious choice because we believe lab grown diamonds offer the same quality and beauty as mined diamonds while aligning with our commitment to ethical and sustainable practices.
Carbon neutral lab grown diamonds are high-quality diamonds created in a laboratory setting, which have had their carbon footprints offset through verified carbon reduction projects. This makes them an environmentally-friendly and ethical alternative to mined diamonds.
We've partnered with Clear Neutral, a leading carbon neutral certification company, to meticulously evaluate and offset the carbon emissions generated during the production of our diamonds. This includes sourcing raw materials, diamond cultivation, and final polishing. Clients will receive a verifiable certificate as proof.
Clear Neutral is a leading carbon neutral certification company based in Australia. They don't grow diamonds. They offset the carbon footprint of lab grown diamonds by investing in certified projects that reduce or remove carbon dioxide from the atmosphere. These certified projects include methane gas capture in a landfill, creation of wind farms, forest conservation, clean cookstoves, solar energy, and hydropower, among others. Certified projects must contribute to at least three United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals.
The United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) are a set of 17 global goals established in 2015 to address various social, economic, and environmental challenges. While not exclusively focused on carbon neutrality, they promote sustainable development practices that contribute to reducing greenhouse gas emissions. Key goals related to carbon neutrality include:
Our carbon neutral lab grown diamonds do not cost more, as we happily cover the price difference to encourage sustainable choices. Our carbon neutral lab grown diamonds remain competitively priced, making them an affordable and accessible option.
Through our partnership with Clear Neutral, we support various verified carbon reduction projects worldwide, such as renewable energy initiatives, reforestation efforts, and sustainable community development programs.
No, only our lab grown diamonds for now. However, our commitment to sustainability is a core value of our brand. While our carbon neutral lab grown diamonds are at the forefront of this commitment, we strive to incorporate sustainable practices across our entire collection.
We have a variety of suppliers all around the world. Our stones come from labs in Europe, Asia, and America, from countries like the US, Canada, Belgium, India, and Germany. Regardless of the location of the lab, all of our lab grown diamonds are independently graded and certified by either the GIA or IGI and are Carbon Neutral Certified by Clear Neutral.
Yes, lab grown diamonds are chemically, physically, and optically identical to mined diamonds. They have the same crystal structure, hardness, and visual characteristics. The only difference is their origin - lab grown diamonds are created in controlled laboratory environments, while mined diamonds are formed naturally in the earth. Both types of diamonds receive the same certification and grading from established gemological institutes.