Where Are the Diamonds?
Here at Baraka Gems, We have many options and an extensive network to find you the perfect diamond to suit your needs. Whether you’re looking to create a stunning salt and pepper diamond engagement ring, or simply searching for a match to the diamond stud that you lost, we’re here to help. With an abundance of in-stock diamonds, and sourcing options available, narrowing down your selection to a single page of our website would be a herculean task. Schedule an appointment to explore our in-stock diamonds or embark on an exciting treasure hunt with us to uncover your perfect match.
Natural Versus Lab Diamonds
Pros & Cons For Natural Diamonds:
- One-of-a-kind; Natural diamonds host a wide variety of variations resulting in unique color, clarity, and inclusionary combinations. No two diamonds are alike.
- Value; The natural diamond market may rise or fall over the years, but mined diamonds will never lose their intrinsic value due to their rarity.
- Environmental and Ethical Impact; Improper mining of natural diamonds can have negative effects on the surrounding environment such as deforestation or impact the surrounding communities with unethical mining practices putting people in danger.
- Cost; Right now, the cost for naturally mined diamonds are more expensive than lab diamonds due to the market’s demand for authenticity.
Pros & Cons For Lab Diamonds:
- Ethical and Sustainable; Lab-created diamonds are crafted within controlled environments, reducing adverse environmental and ethical concerns linked to mining.
- Higher Industry Quality with a Lower Cost; Since they are created in controlled environments, lab-created diamonds tend to have higher cut/color/clarity values at a much lower cost.
- Value; Currently the market is flooded with multiple companies producing lab-created diamonds at a fast pace. This has over-saturated the market, and their total value is rapidly and steeply declining.
- Energy Consumption; Crafting lab-grown diamonds demands a significant energy investment, consuming between 250-750 kWh to produce just 1ct of rough stone. This equates to the energy consumption of an average American household spanning from approximately a week to even a month.
