At 5c & Co, we invite you to embark on a journey to uncover the marvels of lab-grown diamonds. Our guide will empower you to think like an expert when it comes to diamonds. Lab-grown diamonds represent the pinnacle of ethical beauty, achieved through the 5c ingenuity where we replicate the Earth's processes. These gems share the same DNA and carbon composition as natural diamonds, making them physically, chemically, and optically identical.

Lab-grown diamonds are equally breathtaking and desirable, offering a compelling alternative to naturally occurring diamonds. Unlike mined diamonds, which are products of nature, lab-grown diamonds are cultivated within controlled settings. The process may seem complex at first, but we're here to simplify it for you.

Lab-created diamonds are celebrated for their ethical and environmental advantages. These gems not only exhibit unparalleled beauty but also demonstrate a commitment to sustainability. When compared to their mined counterparts, lab-grown diamonds are a much eco-friendlier choice. At 5c & Co, we take pride in offering a wide selection of jewellery, just a click away, waiting to adorn your loved ones with beautiful, earth-friendly pieces.

Now that you understand what lab-grown diamonds are, you might be curious about how they are produced in a laboratory. To grasp this concept better, consider the natural formation of diamonds in the Earth's depths.

Natural diamonds undergo a process that spans billions of years, involving extreme heat and pressure on carbon deposits deep below the Earth's surface. In contrast, lab-grown diamonds are created using state-of-the-art technology that replicates the natural diamond-growing process. The result is a man-made diamond that matches natural diamonds.

The primary distinction between lab-grown and natural diamonds lies in their origin. While natural diamonds form deep within the Earth, lab-grown diamonds are produced in a controlled environment. They share identical physical and chemical properties.

There are two primary methods for creating lab-grown diamonds: Chemical Vapor Deposition (CVD) and High Pressure-High Temperature (HPHT).

In the CVD process, a small "seed" diamond is exposed to high temperatures inside a sealed chamber filled with a carbon-rich gas mixture. The gas mixture is ionized, breaking molecular bonds into gases, and the diamond seed gradually crystallizes.

The HPHT process involves subjecting a diamond seed to extreme temperatures and pressure, causing carbon to melt and form a diamond around the seed. After cooling, a diamond is created, matching the beauty of naturally formed diamonds.

5c Lab-grown diamonds are natural diamonds in every aspect. They exhibit the same physical, chemical, optical, and atomic properties as natural diamonds, leading to their grading by certified gemological institutes using the same 4 Cs criteria. This ensures that each diamond's parameters, including color grade, carat weight, clarity grade, and cut grade, are rigorously verified and documented in a diamond certificate.