We No Longer Sell Lustour Stones
For many years, Lustour Stones served a genuine purpose. Since a high-quality, natural earth-mined diamond was not an affordable option for many customers, and lab-grown diamonds were not yet available, Lustour Stone simulated diamonds were an excellent option that filled the gap for many customers over the years.
Since that time, the market has changed considerably. When lab-grown diamonds first became available, they sold for approximately 10–20% less than natural earth-mined diamonds. Over the next few years, as lab-grown diamonds became widely accepted, the cost steadily declined to the point that today lab-grown diamonds cost approximately 80–90% less than natural earth-mined diamonds.
That changes the equation entirely. In our opinion, a real diamond — whether natural or lab-grown — is superior to a simulated diamond alternative. And since real, lab-grown diamonds are available to our customers at such an affordable price, we highly recommend them as “the affordable option” now.
For decades, buyers simply did not have this choice; the technology had not yet advanced far enough. Fortunately, today our customers have the better option of very affordable lab-grown diamonds.
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Both Types Of Diamonds Can Be Equally Beautiful
Blooming Beauty Ring offers both lab grown and earth mined center diamonds. We are not here to push you toward either one. Our goal is to explain the honest advantages and disadvantages of each so you can choose the diamond that is best for you.
The first thing to understand is that both are real diamonds. Both can be equally beautiful, both will last forever, and nobody can tell which one she is wearing simply by looking at her ring.
Lab Grown Diamonds
- Cost substantially less than comparable earth mined diamonds.
- May allow you to choose a much larger diamond, a higher quality diamond, spend less money, or all of the above.
- Are created by people using specialized equipment over a period of days or weeks.
- Do not have the geological rarity of a natural diamond and generally have a weaker resale market.
Earth Mined Diamonds
- Were formed by Mother Nature deep within the Earth, usually billions of years ago.
- Offer natural rarity, ancient history and the tradition many people associate with diamond jewelry.
- Have a more established resale market.
- Cost substantially more, which means the same budget will usually buy a smaller diamond, lower quality grades or both.
Most diamonds of either type should not be considered a financial investment. The better choice is the one that fits your preferences, priorities and budget.