Brilliant Earth (2024)

FAQs

Brilliant Earth? ›

Yes. Brilliant Earth lab diamonds are certified by independent diamond grading labs, and have an inscription that matches the number on the laboratory certificate. Our Ready to Ship engagement rings focus on using our ethical Beyond Conflict Free™ diamonds with extremely desirable characteristics.

Yes. Brilliant Earth lab diamonds are certified by independent diamond grading labs, and have an inscription that matches the number on the laboratory certificate. Our Ready to Ship engagement rings focus on using our ethical Beyond Conflict Free™ diamonds with extremely desirable characteristics.

As part of its ethos, Brilliant Earth professes a commitment to "cultivate a more transparent, sustainable and compassionate jewelry industry" by providing access to Beyond Conflict Free diamonds (more on that later), recycled diamonds, and sustainably rated lab diamonds.

Brilliant Earth's top competitors include The Clear Cut, Diamondere, and Danbury Mint.

Brilliant Earth has shared in the engagements of many of our Australian customers! Our jewelry specialists are happy to assist our Australian customers – we frequently email additional images or laboratory certificates, and can provide specialized advice on a specific ring or gemstone options!

Beyond Conflict Free™ Diamonds

We select diamonds for their ethical and environmentally responsible origins, surpassing the Kimberley Process (KP) standard of “conflict-free,” which is defined as diamonds that don't fund wars against legitimate governments.

Since they are made in a lab there's no cost for mining, transportation, and all other costs involved with extracting natural diamonds from the earth. As a reference, let's consider the cost of a 1 carat natural diamond vs a 1 carat lab grown diamond.

Blue Nile primarily focuses on a vast inventory and competitive pricing, making it a go-to for a wide selection of diamonds and fine jewelry. On the other hand, Brilliant Earth prides itself on ethical sourcing and offers eco-friendly and conflict-free jewelry, appealing to those with strong ethical considerations.

A well cut diamond has a higher reflection. A brilliant cut diamond, with the ideal number of 57 facets, therefore has a more intense brilliance and a higher appeal. Of all diamond shapes, the brilliant cut shines the brightest.

Lab grown diamonds are as real as diamonds mined from the earth. Lab grown diamonds are identical to earth mined diamonds in every way, except that they are grown in a lab. They have the same chemical, physical, and optical properties as mined diamonds and exhibit the same fire, scintillation, and sparkle.

Who owns Brilliant Earth? ›

The company was established in August 2005 by Beth Gerstein and Eric Grossberg, and is headquartered in San Francisco, California. According to Businessweek, the company has been influential in creating a market for ethically sourced jewelry.

Brilliant Earth Group's analyst rating consensus is a Moderate Buy. This is based on the ratings of 3 Wall Streets Analysts.

All of our side diamonds are hand picked for utmost sparkle and beauty, to match your center. For rings with natural diamonds, your side diamonds will be ethically sourced natural diamonds. For rings with a lab created stone, your side diamonds will be premium lab created diamonds.

Are Brilliant Earth Diamonds Real? Absolutely. Our diamonds, whether they're naturally mined, or lab grown, are real diamonds. Lab diamonds are just as real as natural diamonds – in fact, they're made from the exact same carbon particles as their natural counterparts.

Moissanite is a superior gemstone that will always stay bright and beautiful. Unlike other forms of diamond, moissanite never loses its sparkle or brilliance over time due to its hardness and refractive index that tests the best among all diamonds on the market!

While engagement rings are a pricy investment, the usual cost tends to be below $10,000, with a national average of $6,000, according to The Knot's 2022 Jewelry and Engagement Study.

Round Brilliant diamonds most closely follow the natural contours of rough diamond crystals. This means less cutting is required to shape the stone which results in less waste and higher carat weight. This is one reason why Round Brilliant diamonds offer excellent value for money.

Brilliant Earth diamonds are certified by the world's leading gem grading labs including GIA, IGI, HRD, and GCAL. If the diamond lab certificate is not available online, please contact us to request an electronic copy.

What are the best types of fake diamonds? There are several types of fake diamonds in the market, but the most popular and convincing ones are cubic zirconia and moissanite. Both gemstones have unique characteristics that make them suitable substitutes for a real diamond, offering a similar shine and sparkle.