Every year Americans celebrate Mother’s Day in mid-May, with this year’s celebration falling on Sunday the 14th. For people lucky enough to have a mother or a mother figure in their life, Mother’s Day is the day for appreciating them, and there is no better way of that than gifting them with something that will leave a lasting impression, such as a diamond ring.
While diamonds are beautiful, they sometimes get a bad rap because of the cost to human life in their procurement. But alternatives to natural diamonds, such as lab-grown diamonds, offer similar appeal but with a different backstory.
Here are several reasons you may want to go for lab-grown diamond rings as an alternative to natural diamonds.
Lab-Grown Diamond Rings are Eco-Friendly
Natural diamonds are often mined through open pit mining which involves moving large portions of the earth around to extract diamonds. Open pit mining significantly affects the environment because it may involve deforestation, animal habitat destruction, and water and soil pollution.
If you or your mother figure is environmentally conscious, wearing a naturally mined diamond ring may not feel like the most ethical thing to do. But rings containing lab-mined diamonds are a different story.
As the name suggests, these diamonds are grown in the lab by mimicking the natural conditions involved in a natural diamond formation. As a result, this eliminates the need for environmentally destructive extraction processes.
Affordable and Valuable
One of the biggest concerns for people intending to buy lab-grown diamonds is their quality. Since lab-grown diamonds are a generic version of the real thing, most people assume they will be of lower quality, but that’s not always the case. A diamond produced under the right condition will have the same chemical and physical properties as a natural diamond.
Also, they are graded on the same scale based on color, shape, size, and clarity. But natural diamonds are significantly more expensive than lab-grown diamonds because of the “natural” tag and the costs involved in the mining. So going for a lab-mined diamond ring offers you the same quality in terms of durability but at a significantly lower price.
A Wide Range of Styles and Designs
The size and color of the mined rough diamond crystal limit the style and design of natural diamond jewelry. On the other hand, lab-grown diamonds can be produced in virtually any size or color, allowing jewelry designers to create unique and innovative designs that may not be possible with natural diamonds.
So whether your mother figure is into classic diamonds or modern designs, there will be the perfect ring for her at a price you can afford. It is possible to get a wide range of colors and styles with natural diamonds, but that would mean using different stones in the production, pushing the costs up significantly.
Less Social Impact
The diamond industry has a long history of fueling wars and human suffering, with some diamonds mined in war-torn regions and sold to fund armed conflict. In some cases, entire communities are displaced to make way for diamond mines, leading to the loss of homes, land, and livelihoods.
Also, miners who work in diamond mines are often subject to dangerous working conditions and low wages, with little to no protective equipment or training, and may also be subject to physical abuse and forced labor.
By choosing lab-grown diamonds, consumers can support ethical and responsible practices in the diamond industry and positively impact the lives of diamond miners and their communities.
Conclusion
In conclusion, lab-grown diamond rings are a perfect eco-friendly option for Mother’s Day. They are beautiful, affordable, and sustainable, allowing you to celebrate the special bond between mother and child while supporting responsible diamond production practices. So make this Mother’s Day extra special by giving your mother a lab-grown diamond ring that she will cherish for years.
Marissa is a Pediatric Occupational Therapist turned stay-at-home mom who loves sharing her tips, tricks, and ideas for navigating motherhood. Her days are filled starting tickle wars and dance parties with three energetic toddlers and wondering how long she can leave the house a mess until her husband notices. When she doesn’t have her hands full of children, she enjoys a glass (or 3) of wine, reality tv, and country music. In addition to blogging about all things motherhood, she sells printables on Etsy and has another website, teachinglittles.com, for kid’s activity ideas.
