Princess Lab Created Diamond

The Princess Cut Diamond continues to be one of the most purchased shape of Diamonds behind the Round and the Oval.

Most jewelry experts agree – the princess cut diamond found its roots back in the early 1960’s. A cutter in England named Arpad Nagy created the “profile” cut in 1961. This cut was commonly referred to as the princess cut at the time, and the name became the standard years later.

One of the remarkable characteristics for the princess cut (other than its sparkle and fire) is the amount of rough stone that it utilizes. A typical princess cut diamond uses up to 80% of the rough stone, which helps keep the cut priced lower than other lower percentage cuts. In general, a princess cut diamond will cost less than a comparable round brilliant.

Most would probably describe the princess cut as a square diamond. However, the shape of the cut is actually closer to an inverted pyramid. The cut utilizes 58 facets, which gives the princess diamond a good deal of shine.

A princess cut diamond won’t have quite the fire and brilliance as a similar round brilliant stone, but it still has plenty! If you are considering an alternative to the round brilliant that has the same type of quality look, the princess cut stone would be a great decision.

This cut works well in both solitaire or multi-stone engagement rings, stud earrings, tennis bracelets, necklaces, and more.

While it isn’t the most expensive of the shapes (the Round Brilliant holds that title) it is still quite an investment, so buyers are now turning to the Princess Lab Created Diamond as an alternative. We are seeing a huge rise in Diamond alternatives as buyers face the uncertainty of the past six months of 2020 and look ahead to what the economic impacts may be in the future. We have also seen the Diamond alternative trend take a great leap forward as buyers consider saving money now to be a better position ten to twenty years down the track.

When looking at an Engagement Ring or even multi stone Jewellery the Lab options with their more economically and socially conscious origins are looking great to buyers who consider these to be just as important as the price if not more. As an added bonus the Lab Created options can save sometimes up to 60% off the price of the naturally mined variety.

Moissanite Engagement Ring

We’ve come a long way in recent years in so many different ways when it comes to buying Diamonds and Engagement Rings. Young couples are profoundly more environmentally, socially and economically conscious than ever. With more of a concern over where Diamonds are mined and if they are sourced ethically or reducing the environmental impact of mining by choosing a lab created alternative we are seeing more an more of a down turn in genuine, naturally mined diamond sales.

Its no secret that major Diamond suppliers and retailers are feeling the shift. The decline in sales has been a long time coming and culminated finally with the advancement of the Lab created Diamond and the Moissanite. With major retailers more reluctant to stock or sell the alternatives they may be getting left behind in a market that is starting to struggle. The recent events of Covid19 only solidified the fact that buyers not only are looking for a more cost effective alternative but also an alternative that is more sustainable. A recent article in Forbes magazine by Tim Treadgold - https://www.forbes.com/sites/timtreadgold/2020/04/15/diamond-crash-just-dont-ask-how-bad-it-is/#610989cedd91

This trend has extended world wide too and even closer to home we are seeing Lab Created Diamond and Moissanite Engagement Rings in Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane take a leap forward. Many young buyers from Australia have found themselves searching online and now in store as places like I Heart Moissanites become the first choice as opposed to buying over seas. With websites which allow you to build your own ring – www.iheartmoissanites.com.au and specialists that help you in custom designing your perfect ring the choice has become a simple one.

Moissanites have become a great option for buyers who have been effected economically but still want to purchase an Engagement Ring or Jewellery that looks and feels like a Diamond at a fraction of the price.

Moissanites can save you up to 90% in some cases and considering the massive fluctuation in the economy and the US / AUD dollar that can make a huge impact on budget. With Gold prices rising, choosing a Moissanite that is very close in comparison to mined Diamonds can save buyers thousands. Buyers can even enjoy a larger Moissanite or a better setting for less than what they would spend with a mined Diamond.

Besides the benefit of the price difference, Moissanites are a 9.5 on the Moh’s scale of hardness. This is close to the same position as natural Diamonds and due to fact that they are grown in a lab Moissanites can be produced in better colour and clarity that many natural diamonds are found in. This means when shopping for a Moissanite Engagement Ring and especially a Solitaire Moissanite Engagement Ring the brighter and clearer Moissanite wont cost the thousands you would expect to pay for a mined Diamond or even a Lab Grown Diamond.

With such a great alternative to mined Diamonds that are 100% ethically sourced and at a better price point there is no wonder buyers are gravitating to Moissanites.

Diamond Jewelry Sydney

There are hundreds of Jewellers in Sydney and the choice is endless when looking for a place to purchase Diamond Jewelry. The great thing about all these options is the choice. There are Jewelers who offer custom designs or ready made rings and there are even antique or recycled materials for those environmentally and socially conscious buyers.

Traditionally if you wanted to purchase an Engagement Ring or Diamond Jewelry you would have no choice but to visit your local Jeweler and often times you were limited to what they had on hand or what they could provide. In moving with the times many Jewelers have embraced the online shopping trend and have given their buyers the best of both worlds.

With many Jewelers making the move to sell online as well as in store comes this new sense of convenience that buyers can take advantage of. You can now do all the research you like online and get a greater understanding of not only the cost but also the many details that come with buying Diamond Jewelry. The 4’cs of a Diamond for example is usually a great place to start when shopping for Diamonds and this information is all at your fingertips.

There’s also a whole world to compare with, with huge power house sellers like Blue Nile and James Allen you can shop from the comfort of your home. Of course if you prefer to buy locally which so many tend to do at the moment due to global uncertainty, price fluctuations and the guarantees that if anything happens you can speak with someone directly to get a resolution. Shopping online however is a great option if buying locally as well. It gives you a chance to do all your research, perhaps go in and try on some styles and ask any questions you may have.

Searching for Diamond Jewelry Sydney has never been easier and the process has never been easier either. With many large Jewelers having a great range of stock on hand you never know what you might find when shopping around. However if you’re after a custom designed piece its always a good idea to choose a Jeweller who specializes in custom designs. Often these specialist Jewellers can create designs based on your ideas or source the perfect Diamond or coloured gemstone. These Jewellers can often work via email as well sending you designs and images and videos of stones making the whole process more convenient.

We are seeing a huge rise in not only local buying but also Diamond alternatives as buyers face the uncertainty of the past six months of 2020 and look ahead to what the economic impacts may be in the future. Buying locally and supporting local business seems to be a genuine concern now more than ever. We have also seen the Diamond alternative trend take a great leap forward as buyers consider saving money now to be a better position ten to twenty years down the track.

Best Quality Moissanite Bracelets are Here

We know Diamond alternatives are on the rise, we even have recent confirmations from the Diamond powerhouse De Beers reporting a lull in sales in recent years. They reported a 39% decrease in sales in 2019 compared with 2018.

So why are buyers searching for a Diamond alternative and why are they drawn to Moissanites? There are quite a few reasons in fact and they all make sense when comparing them side by side.

The main reason and one of the most important ones is the price tag. Moissanites are significantly less expensive than the same size, colour and clarity in a natural Diamond. When buyers are adding up the cost, it’s no wonder that the price is a huge draw card. Comparing one of the most popular choice for an Engagement Ring…the Round Brilliant, we see prices for a GIA certified G colour and SI1 Clarity in an Excellent cut natural Diamond exceeding $8000 Australian dollars. The same in a Moissanite is $400 - $600. With a saving of thousands its an easy choice for most who still want the brilliance of a Diamond yet want to save money.

To lend to the price, the fact that they are very similar in both look and feel is another benefit for buyers when considering these Diamond alternatives. Moissanites are a 9.25 on the Moh’s scale of hardness, which is slightly below a natural Diamonds 10. When considering a Ruby and Sapphire are 9 and an Emerald is a 7.5 the Moissanite is great comparison.

If the price and the fact that they are incredibly similar isn’t enough to convince, the impact they have on the environment compared with naturally mined Diamonds usually is. Moissanites aren’t mined and therefore are completely ethically sourced and conflict free. This has such a huge appeal to young couples who are both environmentally and socially conscious of the way natural Diamonds are mined and produced.

Moissanite Jewellery has been an affordable alternative to genuine and even lab created Diamonds as the cost for Jewellery featuring multiple Diamonds can be quite expensive. The most popular purchases for Moissanite Jewellery besides the Engagement Ring in recent years has been the Tennis Bracelet and the Eternity Ring. Both the Bracelet and Eternity Ring feature a row of Diamonds ideally with the same colour, clarity and size. Depending on the Diamond characteristics they can cost well into the thousands or even tens of thousands. As Moissanites are only a fraction of the price buyers can enjoy paying less and still receiving an item of great quality with a Diamond alternative.

So its no wonder that buyers are considering Moissanite Bracelets and even Moissanite Earrings and Eternity Rings simply because of the cost of buying multiple stones to complete the item.

It is important to note that just like Diamonds, not all Moissanites are the same. They are available in different grades in terms of colour and clarity so choosing a Jeweller that specialises in Moissanite and Moissanite Jewellery is essential.

Custom Made Engagement Rings Sydney

Shopping for a Custom Made Engagement Ring is one of the most important and exciting times for young couples and knowing which ring and where to buy can be daunting. Some men choose to shop alone in order to surprise their future fiancé and others include their partner to get help choosing a ring they are sure will be perfect.

There are so many options when looking to purchase Diamond Engagement Rings, whether it be online or in person at a local Jeweller. Each option has it’s appeal to everyone. Some buyers like the option of walking into a store and viewing something in person or getting to speak to a Jeweller first hand about their ideas. Others like the convenience and often discounted price that can be associated with online shopping.

There is no doubt however that online shopping has become even more popular even for such a high priced and important purchase. Whether you are searching for Custom Made Engagement Rings Sydney or New York, often online retailers are able to ship world wide. The only consideration with purchasing Diamond Engagement Rings and Diamond Jewellery is the shipping and custom charges. Sometimes it can be more cost effective to purchase locally.

The usual place to start when shopping for an Engagement Ring is often the budget and after a little research or learning about the difference in Diamond grades you’re set to start comparing. It’s important to consider what attributes are important to you and what sacrifices you are willing to make to purchase according to price. For example two Diamonds may be of similar price but one is a higher colour grade and lower clarity. For some shapes colour is more important, for others it can be sacrificed as clarity is more important. Size is probably the biggest factor when looking at price and usually Diamonds in the half carat and full carat sizes for example 1ct and 1.5ct will cost significantly more than Diamonds just under a smidge of the full or half size.

After deciding on what type of Diamond you would like for your Engagement Ring or Jewellery the next important decision is the setting. Looking at Engagement Rings, there are many types of settings to choose from. Solitaire Engagement Rings have been the most popular choice for decades and are still among the most purchased. The Diamond Band and Halo Engagement Ring have also been hugely popular and have also evolved to include more elaborate designs and small Diamond setting.

The best way to determine what works with your ideal shape is to check on designs with the same Diamond shape or ask a qualified Jeweller what the options may be. There are certain settings which work better than others with certain shapes for example the round shapes work best in a claw setting whether it be four claw or six claw and tend to be tricky in an invisible or tension setting.

The last choice couples face is whether to purchase a ring design created by a specific Jeweller or to opt for a custom design. The great thing about online retailers now is their ability to cater to clients looking to create a custom design.

Which ever way a couple chooses to go, shopping for a Diamond Engagement Ring is exciting and should be fun.

Lab Grown Diamond Engagement Rings

It’s no secret that locally in Australia we have been rocked by the recent events of Covid 19. It has effected not only the economy but also our freedoms. While our needs haven’t changed we find adapting is the only way forward. We still want to celebrate together to share the moments that are the most special. Getting married and celebrating engagements is one of the biggest celebrations for young couples and their families. Luckily there are still so many options throughout the country for young buyers even from the comfort of your own home.

Prior to this event we would check out social media to get inspiration and either visit our Jeweller or jump online to browse designs and Diamonds. Shopping online for the perfect Engagement Ring or Wedding Ring is made easy and shopping locally has never been more important.

The other great reason to buy local especially recently is due to the fluctuating US dollar and the price of Gold. Buying from over seas Jewellers can add up significantly when you take into account the exchange rate and customs charges. Even Gold prices have seemed to sky rocket with recent rates hitting as high as $2700 an ounce.

With all the uncertainty at the moment and the price fluctuations many buyers have been turning to Diamond alternatives and Lab Grown Diamonds are on the rise. In fact in recent years as much as 22% of all purchases for Engagement Rings have been for Lab Grown Diamond Engagement Rings.

These fantastic alternatives are not only up to 60% cheaper than mined Diamonds but are also virtually the same, sitting on a 10 on the Moh’s scale of hardness. This is the same position as natural Diamonds and due to fact that they are essentially formed the same way they are chemically identical albeit just sped up by a billion years.

Lab Created Diamonds are both ethically sourced and have a far better impact on the environment and are now considered to be icing on the cake for many who are turning away from naturally mined diamonds for the same reason.

There are so many options and so many local Jewellers… searching for the perfect Engagement Ring or Diamond Jewellery should be a fun and exciting time. So whether searching for Lab Grown Diamonds Sydney, Melbourne or Brisbane, there is sure to be a Jeweller to help find the perfect piece.