Simulants FAQs
Are these real diamonds and are they environmentally sustainable?
The stones used in Desert Diamonds jewelry are high-quality diamond simulants that are virtually indistinguishable from natural diamonds to the naked eye. These diamond simulants are sustainable and conflict-free, providing an ethical alternative to natural diamonds.
What is a diamond simulant?
A diamond simulant is any material, natural or artificial, that closely resembles a natural diamond and is marketed as a look-alike.
What sets Desert Diamonds simulants apart from other diamond simulants?
Desert Diamonds simulants are the highest grade available on the market today. They are cut by expert diamond cutters using the same techniques as those used for natural diamonds and hand-polished with diamond powder, ensuring exceptional brilliance, fire, luster, and longevity.
How are the simulants made?
Desert Diamonds simulants are created from a chemical composition designed to imitate the qualities of natural diamonds and selected based on our specific requirements. These stones are cut using the same faceting technique as natural diamonds, resulting in unparalleled cut precision, luster, brilliance, and longevity.
How long will they maintain their sparkle?
With proper care, Desert Diamonds simulants are guaranteed to retain their brilliance, fire, and sparkle indefinitely.
How hard are the stones?
Our diamond simulants have a hardness rating of 8.5 on the Mohs scale, compared to a natural diamond’s rating of 10, the hardest known natural substance.
Will the stones discolor?
Like natural diamonds, Desert Diamonds simulants do not discolor, become brittle, or crack with age. We offer a lifetime guarantee on our stones.
How is stone size measured?
How is stone size measured?
Carat is a standard measurement of gem weight. Due to their chemical composition, diamond simulants like those used in Desert Diamonds jewelry are heavier than natural carbon diamonds. As a result, a 1-carat diamond simulant will appear smaller than a 1-carat natural diamond.
For a visual comparison between diamond simulants and natural diamonds, it is more helpful to use dimensions in millimeters. For example, a 1.75-carat round brilliant diamond simulant has a diameter of 6.5mm and appears the same size as a 1-carat natural diamond. Consult your Desert Diamonds distributor or visit our website’s carat comparison chart for more information.
