Earth Created Diamonds
Natural diamonds (or mined diamonds) are sourced from 100 miles below the surface of the earth, meaning many miners have to move around 250 tonnes of earth to find even just a single carat. In order for natural or mined diamonds to form, carbon has to be exposed to an extreme amount of heat and pressure in order to carve out these precious stones.
To get an idea of the value of mined diamonds, and to help you make the most out of your diamond investments, we’re comparing them to a key alternative method of sourcing these precious stones — lab grown stones.
Natural Diamond
Lab Grown
The difference between natural diamonds and lab grown diamonds
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Lab grown diamonds can be made in around 6-10 weeks, whereas natural diamonds that can be mined today would’ve formed anywhere between 1 – 3.3 billion years ago.
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Every mined natural diamond is unique, adding to their value. Lab-grown diamonds can be manufactured to meet consumer demand, and though they are undeniably beautiful, many collectors and buyers believe that there’s an amazing mystique around natural diamonds.
How much do mined diamonds cost?
What is the highest carat natural diamond to be mined?
The Cullinan Diamond is the largest rough, gem-quality diamond ever found. It weighed 3,106.75 carats or 621.35 grams, and it was discovered in Cullinan, South Africa at the Premier No. 2 mine on 26th January 1905.
The diamond was named after the chairman of the mine, Thomas Cullinan, who went on to have an impressive career in -the chairman of the mine. The Cullinan was responsible for producing an array of stones of different sizes and cuts.
Choosing the perfect natural diamond
Unsurprisingly, you’ll be mesmerised when you’re browsing our range of natural and mined diamonds. These precious stones utilise light in an ultra-efficient way, bringing out the brilliance of each stone perfectly. As the differences between lab grown diamonds and mined diamonds cannot be seen with the naked eye, one of our professional diamond graders will be on hand to guide you through the specification of your stone.
Our range of natural diamonds features across an extensive range of products, from diamond engagement rings and pendants, to breathtaking bracelets. Whatever you’re looking for, we’ve got a stunning selection of mined diamond jewellery to choose from — plus, we offer virtual consultations, too.
We understand that a diamond investment is a major purchase and it’s one you’ll want to get right, so don’t hesitate to speak to our team of experts for guidance on choosing the perfect precious jewel for your special someone. For extra convenience, we guarantee free shipping on all mined diamond purchases, Australia-wide.
If you’re in need of any further information about mined diamonds, simply contact us today. Shop online now, or visit our Melbourne showroom.