In the words of Marilyn Monroe, diamonds are a girl’s best friend. These glistening stones have long been symbols of luxury and love but, for some, have often felt out of reach. That was, of course, until lab-grown versions emerged as a sustainable and budget-friendly alternative.
Lab-grown diamonds are stones created in, you guessed it, a laboratory. The advanced technology that brings them to fruition replicates the natural geological processes that create mined diamonds. For most, lab-grown and mined diamonds are visually and structurally indistinguishable.
### Are Lab-Grown Diamonds Real?
The main question that persists in conversations around lab-grown diamonds is: “Are they real diamonds?” The short answer is yes. Both types of stones share identical physical, chemical, and optical properties with mined ones, and as such, they are classed as real diamonds.
These cleverly-made stones should be on your radar when it comes to treating yourself or a loved one to precious jewellery.
### H. Samuel Launches New Lab-Grown Diamond Range
The latest brand to throw its hat into the lab-grown ring (if you’ll pardon the pun) is iconic British jeweller H. Samuel. Drawing on over 150 years of heritage, H. Samuel’s new lab-grown diamond range is inspired by the brand’s founder, Harriet Samuel.
In 1862, a time when women could not vote or get an education, Harriet beat all odds to turn her family’s watchmaking business into a mail-order company. Her goal was simple: to make quality jewellery and watches accessible to everyone. H. Samuel’s new lab-grown diamond range embodies this very philosophy.
Crafted with precious metals, every style in the collection — which includes rings, necklaces, earrings, and bracelets — unites modern innovation with timeless English design, in a way that’s accessible and affordable.
### Our Top Seven Picks from H. Samuel’s Lab-Grown Diamond Range
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Lab-grown diamonds are not just a trend; they represent a meaningful step towards sustainability and accessibility in the world of luxury jewellery. With brands like H. Samuel leading the charge, it’s never been easier or more affordable to embrace these beautiful stones—real diamonds, just with a modern twist.
https://www.hellomagazine.com/fashion/867044/h-samuel-lab-grown-diamond-collection/
