Natural diamonds
A natural diamond
The majority of our rings and jewelry are available with both natural and lab grown diamonds. Our natural diamonds can be purchased via our diamond registry or as preselected diamonds on each product page. If you wish for a diamond of a certain quality, please use the registry and its filter function, or contact our experts for assistance.
History
Natural diamonds have, throughout history, been used for all kinds of purposes. After all, we have been acquainted with the sparkling stone for thousands of years. However, it was not until the 1400s that the diamond, as we know it today, was introduced. The French man Louis de Berquem began experimenting with diamonds and their cut. He developed a new cut that, during the time, resulted in the ultimate sparkle. He invented the brilliant cut diamond.
Created by the nature
Diamonds are a mineral wholly made of carbon. The carbon atoms create a crystal system that makes the mineral transparent, and the structure of atoms creates a rigid and tolerable material. No other natural material on earth is as hard as a diamond, meaning that only a diamond can scratch another. Diamonds are created approximately 160 km beneath the earth's surface in the mantle. Here, the temperature and pressure are perfect for a diamond to emerge. Diamonds are made when magma crystallizes and later travels with kimberlite through cracks in the earth’s surface. It takes millions of years for a diamond the be created, making the natural diamond a unique piece of a long and exciting history.
Certifications
Our natural diamonds are certified by GIA, Gemological Institute of America. GIA is one of the most reputable institutions in the business. In addition, by request, we can offer diamonds certified by GCAL.
The 4C's
A diamond is graded by four parameters called the 4C's. Together they determine the look and price of a diamond. Read on to learn more about the 4 C's.
Cut
Determine how light is reflected. This is the most critical parameter to have in mind.
Color
Describes the diamond’s color. The scale is letters between D-Z.
Carat
The weight unit for diamonds. One carat equals 200 milligrams.
Clarity
Describes the absence or presence of imperfections, their position, size, and origin.
Lab grown or natural diamond?
Both lab grown and natural diamonds are real diamonds, but they differ in origin, value, and rarity. Discover the key differences below and find a diamond that suits your desires.
Lab grown diamond facts
Low second-hand value
Lower price (20-50%)
Made by humans
Modified after preferences
Possibility of unique colors and shapes
Real diamond
Natural diamond facts
Great investment
Higher price
Made by nature
Unique in its kind
Limited and costly for specific requests
Real diamond
Conflict-free diamonds
When buying a diamond from VANBRUUN, we guarantee that all our diamonds are completely free from conflicts. We are part of the Kimberley Process which you can read more about below.
Colored diamonds, or Fancy Colored Diamonds as it is called, is a complex subject and there is a lot to know. It is very different in appearance and price depending on which color you are looking for. We can help you find a colored diamond, read more below.
Our round diamonds above 0.30 carat (other shapes and lab grown above 0.50) come with a certificate. Diamonds certified by GIA after 2022 come with a digital certificate. We only work with renowned gemological institutions such as GIA and IGI. The authenticity of a diamond can be detected with a tool that can be found at most jewelers.
There are many choices to be made when purchasing a diamond. It is a big purchase with various alternatives. We offer a low-price warranty on diamonds and are happy to help you select the perfect diamond for your purpose. Our diamonds can be found via our registry or as pre-selected diamonds on each product’s page. Our pre-selected diamonds are hand-picked by our experts to make it as easy as possible for you as a customer. The preselected diamonds have the cut, color, and clarity we recommend; the only choice you have to make is the carat weight.
The round diamond is the most common of the diamond shapes. The round diamond has a brilliant cut developed to give maximum sparkle. No other cut reflects as much light as the round diamond. Read our guide for more information about the different diamond shapes.
A diamond of one carat does not have a standard price. All diamonds are unique and priced accordingly. Use the filter in our diamond registry to select a diamond that correlates with your preferences.