From Rough to Radiant: How Lab-Grown Diamonds Are Created

We often think of diamonds as ancient wonders—born deep in the earth, forged by fire, discovered by chance.

But what if a diamond could be grown with intention?

What if its beauty wasn’t tied to destruction, but to design, purpose, and innovation?

At Éternité Diamonds, we’re proud to offer diamonds that don’t just sparkle—they reflect a new kind of brilliance. Here’s how our lab-grown diamonds are created—and why the story behind their sparkle is just as powerful as the shine itself.

It All Begins With a Seed—Like Love

Just like love starts with a spark, so does every lab-grown diamond.

Each one begins with a tiny sliver of carbon, known as a diamond seed. This seed contains the same crystalline structure as a mined diamond. But instead of being buried under pressure for billions of years, it’s placed inside a controlled, high-tech environment that replicates nature—without the damage.

This is where magic meets science.

Two Paths to Brilliance: HPHT & CVD

There are two main ways diamonds are grown in labs:

1. HPHT (High Pressure, High Temperature)

This method mimics the earth’s natural process.

• The diamond seed is placed under intense heat (about 1,500°C) and pressure (around 1.5 million pounds per square inch).

• Carbon melts and builds layer by layer around the seed—just like in nature.

• The result? A stunning, solid crystal.

2. CVD (Chemical Vapor Deposition)

This method is more delicate and precise.

• A thin diamond seed is placed in a chamber filled with carbon-rich gas.

• Using microwave energy, the gas breaks apart, and carbon atoms attach to the seed.

• Over several weeks, a beautiful, real diamond grows—layer by layer.

At Éternité Diamonds, we work with trusted labs that specialize in both methods—ensuring each stone is ethically created, IGI-certified, and of the highest quality.

How Long Does It Take to Grow a Diamond?

Unlike the billions of years it takes in nature, a lab-grown diamond typically forms over 2 to 8 weeks, depending on its size and process.

But every second is guided with care and precision—free from conflict, pollution, or destruction.

A diamond that once took millennia can now be grown in a matter of weeks—without harming a single ecosystem or community.

Yes, It’s a Real Diamond

Let’s clear this up once and for all:

A lab-grown diamond is not fake.

It’s not synthetic glass, not cubic zirconia, and not an imitation.

It’s 100% real—chemically, physically, and optically identical to a mined diamond.

Even expert gemologists require advanced equipment to tell them apart.

The only difference?

One came from deep within the earth.

The other came from deep within a vision for a better future.

From Spark to Story: Why We Love What We Do

At Éternité Diamonds, we don’t just sell jewelry—we craft moments, capture emotions, and champion modern love.

We chose lab-grown diamonds because we believe:

• Beauty should never come at the cost of the planet

• Love should be pure, transparent, and guilt-free

• Luxury should feel good—from the inside out

When you wear an Éternité diamond, you’re not just wearing a jewel.

You’re wearing technology, ethics, and love—refined into something radiant.

A Brighter Way to Shine

From a microscopic seed to a breathtaking stone, lab-grown diamonds remind us that beauty doesn’t have to come from pressure alone.

It can come from purpose, too.

So the next time you see one of our diamonds sparkling under the light, remember this:

It was grown with love.

Just like the stories it’s meant to celebrate.