In recent years there has been a huge increase in the number of companies producing laboratory-grown diamonds, sometimes known as man-made diamonds.

Some people choose Lab-grown diamonds because they see them as ethical or more environmentally friendly than mined diamonds, or because you get a bigger stone for your budget.

Man-made diamonds should not be confused with diamond simulants, such as Cubic Zirconia and Moissanite. 

The chemical and physical properties of lab-grown diamonds are identical to those of natural diamonds. Many come with a certificate stating their origin. 

At Aurum, we use both natural, mined diamonds and laboratory grown diamonds.