Ring for the collection “succulente” with a diamond

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Diamonds are known as the hardest gemstone on Earth, celebrated for their unmatched brilliance. A timeless symbol of eternal love, purity, and rarity, diamonds have always captivated jewelry lovers.

At La Lueur de l’Aube, we offer you the opportunity to create a custom or personalized piece of jewelry with the gemstone of your choice.

Natural Diamond

A natural diamond is formed over billions of years under intense pressure and heat deep within the Earth’s mantle. Each stone is truly unique , with its own inclusions, exceptional sparkle, and the ability to carry the geological story of our planet.

As a symbol of eternal love and rarity, the natural diamond continues to fascinate fine jewelry enthusiasts.
However, that rarity comes at a cost.

Diamond mining often involves large-scale disruption of the Earth's surface, leading to serious environmental consequences: greenhouse gas emissions, soil and water pollution, deforestation, and destruction of natural ecosystems.

Moreover, some mines are operated without ethical guarantees, particularly in conflict-affected regions where human and labor rights are not respected.

Lab-Grown Diamond

A lab-grown diamond ,also known as a synthetic diamond, is created by replicating the natural conditions of diamond formation in a laboratory using CVD (Chemical Vapor Deposition) or HPHT (High Pressure High Temperature) methods.

Its chemical and optical properties are identical to those of a natural diamond.

This type of diamond is part of a more sustainable approach:
It avoids the environmental damage caused by mining and significantly reduces CO₂ emissions, water use, and mining waste.

It also guarantees full traceability and ensures a conflict-free origin.
Lastly, it is typically 30% to 50% more affordable than a natural diamond of similar size and quality.

How to Tell the Difference?

To the naked eye, telling the difference between a natural and a lab-grown diamond is virtually impossible. Both have the same chemical composition, hardness, and brilliance.

To accurately determine a diamond’s origin, professionals rely on advanced equipment.
Lab-grown diamonds sometimes display specific internal patterns — such as cubic growth structures or characteristic inclusions — related to the manufacturing process.

These clues are invisible without specialized tools such as UV light inspection or spectroscopic imaging.
A certificate of authenticity from a trusted gemological institute (such as GIA, IGI, or HRD) remains the most reliable way to know your diamond’s exact origin and features.

Accessible, Custom Jewelry – Made in Paris by La Lueur de l’Aube

At La Lueur de l’Aube, we craft affordable, handcrafted jewelry entirely made in our atelier-boutique in the 6th arrondissement of Paris.
Our textured necklaces, rings, bracelets, and earrings can be fully customized. We also offer bespoke creations tailored to your desires: choose your gemstone, your preferred metal (sterling silver, gold-plated silver, or solid 18k gold), as well as your texture and design.