Frequently Asked Questions
A diamond from The®Diamond, is a genuine lab-grown diamond. This diamond is crafted from the organic material you provide, which can include hair, ashes, leaves, and more. Its chemical composition and physical properties, such as optical characteristics, are identical to diamonds formed naturally in the Earth. Both are carbon-based with the same crystal structure.
Memorial diamonds are unique gemstones created from the carbon extracted from organic materials, such as hair, ashes, or other sentimental items. These carbon sources are used to grow diamonds in a laboratory setting, replicating the natural diamond formation process.
Memorial diamonds serve as a deeply personal and meaningful way to honor and remember someone special who has passed away. These diamonds can be cherished as lasting reminders of the loved one's presence and the moments shared with them. They offer a unique and enduring connection to the memory of the person they represent, making them a meaningful and heartfelt keepsake.
The®Diamonds can be grown from nearly any organic material, as these materials typically contain carbon. This carbon can be extracted from organic material, such as hair, ashes, or other sentimental items.
Does organic material have an expiration date? (For example, if my loved one died 10 years ago, can we still make a diamond from her ashes?) No, organic material does not have any specific expiration date so we can create a diamond anytime you decide. But if you have concerns about the suitability of any material, you can ask us a question here
No, it does not depend on the amount of carbon used. The only thing that matters here is time - the more hours you let your diamond grow, the bigger it gets.
Following cremation, a significant portion of carbon is released as carbon dioxide. The carbon concentration in the remaining ashes is typically within the range of 1-5%, which is more than sufficient for our diamond creation process, as we require no more than 1.2%.
We determine the suitability of your provided material upon delivery to our factory. We promptly arrange for independent expertise to assess whether the material contains an adequate amount of carbon for the diamond growth process.
The amounts vary but here are some standard amounts:
- Ashes (human or animals): 11 grams
- Animal fur or hair: 1.0 grams
- Human hair: 1.0 grams
- Dried petals: 3.5 grams
- Fresh flowers with stems: 80 grams
The time required depends on the size, with the smallest diamond taking a minimum of 152 hours to create.
You can observe the colours available to order here All coloured diamonds are available in 2 intensities - light and vivid
- Classic (colourless)
- Rich Black
- Sky Blue
- Sakura Pink
- Sunset Yellow
- Forest Green
- Lava Red
The price of each diamond depends on the size, colour, and cut. To design your diamond and view different prices, click here
Once we receive the Infinity Capsule, we start creating the diamond in the lab.
Here's how it works: Carbon extracted from the organic material you provide is placed in the growing vessel, which serves as a high-pressure, high-temperature chamber. Alongside this carbon, a tiny diamond seed is introduced. Over several days or weeks, depending on the desired size, the carbon crystallizes onto this seed, forming a diamond crystal. This process ensures that our memorial diamonds are physically and aesthetically identical to their naturally occurring counterparts.
Speak to one of our customer care agents to receive your The®Diamonds Starter kit, follow the instructions and we will do the rest!
The®Diamonds is the exclusive partner to our manufacturer EcoDiamond®. The diamond production factory is in Rostock, Germany. A visual tour is available on www.ecodiamond.eu. When you purchase a diamond, you are always welcome to visit our laboratories to watch how your diamond is being grown.
We handle each carbon source with the care and respect it deserves. Any unused material will be returned to you along with your final diamond. However, it may be returned in its graphite form due to the manufacturing process.