Bear Brooksbank creates luxury bespoke engagement rings made with the finest natural diamonds. From our commissioned pieces to our ready-to-wear fine jewellery, we firmly believe in handpicking the very best natural diamonds and stones over lab-grown diamonds.

While the low prices of lab-grown diamonds, also known as synthetic diamonds, may seem tempting, the benefits of investing in natural diamonds for your engagement rings far outweigh those of lab-grown diamonds. In this quick read, we’ll compare natural and synthetic diamonds and explain why opting for natural diamonds is well worth the investment.

Natural diamonds carry a sense of rarity, permanence, and value that simply can’t be replicated. We are proud to work exclusively with these exceptional stones, ensuring every piece we create is timeless and awe-inspiring.

We have never nor will ever work with lab grown diamonds and we believe their place in fine jewellery is coming to an end. Bear has always been spellbound by the idea that precious materials come from the earth. It's the idea that we are only ever custodians for our jewellery but that as things are handed down they hold onto an essence of what has gone before.

It is that sentimentality and the relationship so many of us have with our jewellery which makes it so deeply precious and important. Our own mini legacies. This is therefore in total conflict with the idea of a lab-grown diamond: something man made, devoid of any history or wonder.

Five Reasons To Choose Natural Over Lab-Grown Diamonds With Bespoke Engagement Rings

When it comes to finding the right diamond for your engagement rings, natural diamonds are the way to go. While lab-grown diamonds do come at a cheaper price and boast claims of better sustainability, natural diamonds reign supreme for a number of reasons.

Here’s a quick breakdown of some of the top reasons why we believe natural diamonds are better than lab-grown diamonds:

Supporting Mining Communities

While there have been concerns about environmental damage and human welfare in the mining industry, responsibly sourcing natural diamonds is one of the most effective ways to support real mining communities across the world. From extraction to retail, natural diamond mining supports millions of jobs globally, providing employment and funding for essential services in communities that need them. Natural diamond mining can significantly increase the GDP (Gross Domestic Product) of a country, allowing communities to grow their economy exponentially.

Investing in lab-grown diamonds, however, does not provide the same economic benefits as investing in natural diamonds. While sourcing lab-grown diamonds may seem like the ethical alternative, it can have negative economic consequences for communities that heavily rely on diamond mining, such as Angola. Without diamond mining, developing nations struggle to properly grow their communities and gain economic empowerment. Furthermore, up to 72% of synthetic and lab grown diamonds are made in factories in India and China that use significant amounts of fossil fuels, which does not support sustainability. The machines that produce lab-grown diamonds also rely on mined metals, which means the process is not entirely free from the extraction it claims to avoid.

By responsibly sourcing natural diamonds from reputable and transparent dealers, you’ll be directly supporting the mining communities that extracted your jewels and stones. Bear Brooksbank has access to only the very best diamond and stone dealers in the UK, so you can trust that any fine jewellery or bespoke rings you commission from us are made with ethically and sustainably sourced materials.

Investing In One-Of-A-Kind Gemological Wonders

Whether you and your fiancé have a love or fascination with nature, gemology or history, it’s undeniable that the authenticity of natural diamonds is as timeless as it is elegant. When you choose natural diamonds or stones for your bespoke engagement rings over lab-grown stones, you’re investing in something that is a testament to the Earth’s geological wonders. Unlike lab-grown diamonds, naturally grown diamonds form within the Earth’s mantle and are the product of billions of years of extreme heat and pressure.

While lab-grown diamonds are optically, chemically and physically identical to natural diamonds, these gems do not carry the same history and geological wonder that can make your bespoke engagement rings a one-of-a-kind. Lab grown diamonds are being mass-produced at a rapid rate, making them widely available. But it raises the question, why create something artificially when nature has already perfected it? Instead of buying a rock grown in a sterile lab, you can wear a piece of ancient history that showcases the phenomena of Earth’s geology.

Better Value For Money

When it comes to spending your money wisely on bespoke engagement rings, investing in natural diamonds is the way to go. At first glance, lab-grown diamonds may seem the more affordable option for your special day, but natural diamonds are predicted to increase in value for years to come.

Due to their rarity and durability, natural diamonds are a highly valuable investment and have a much higher resale price than lab-grown diamonds. Whether you’re picking out stones for your engagement rings or would like to invest in luxury jewellery, natural diamonds are the perfect choice.

Unlike diamonds and stones manufactured in a lab, natural diamonds are finite resources that are only expected to increase in value as time goes on. As mentioned above, lab-grown diamonds are mass-produced globally and lack the rarity that comes from a real, natural diamond.

Why invest in manufactured stones when you can get the real deal that offers more value? Lab-grown diamonds hold little to no resale value. This undermines the essence of investing in a beautifully crafted bespoke design, as the central stone lacks any lasting worth. With such a significantly lower resale value, you’re guaranteed to get better value for your money when you invest in natural over synthetic diamonds.

Commemorating Love & Commitment

If you want your bespoke engagement rings to reflect the enduring love that you share with your partner, you can never go wrong with natural diamonds. The journey that follows the life of a natural diamond makes these gems all the more special and unique for commemorating your special day, especially if you commission your bespoke rings from a jeweller like Bear Brooksbank. Whether you’re passing down a family heirloom or commissioning a one-of-a-kind piece for your loved one, nothing beats the allure and charm of a natural diamond.

While synthetic diamonds may be gemologically identical to natural diamonds, they do not carry the same sentimental value as the real deal, making them priceless. What better way to symbolise the love you have with your partner than with irreplaceable, authentic diamonds?

Why Natural Diamonds Are The Perfect Choice For Bespoke Engagement Rings

One of the hardest parts of planning an engagement is finding the perfect ring for your fiancé. As bespoke rings are a huge investment, it can be incredibly daunting to make the right decision about the ring that best suits you and your partner.

If you’re in search of a one-of-a-kind ring that holds as much emotional value as it does ancient history, a natural diamond engagement ring may be exactly what you’re looking for. From their array of stylish cuts to their timeless elegance, natural diamonds are the perfect choice for your engagement rings.

As a luxury jewellery brand, we are committed to making your ideas come to life with our bespoke engagement rings. If you’re still not convinced, here are a few reasons why we believe natural diamonds are the way to go for commemorating your special day:

The Pinnacle Of The 4Cs: Cut, Colour, Clarity And Carat

When looking for the best bespoke engagement rings that suit your needs, it’s important to understand the various properties that give natural diamonds their value. Natural diamonds embody both exceptional quality and the breathtaking beauty of the earth, reflecting the true wonder of the natural world.

The colour, clarity, carat and cut of a diamond heavily influence the value and beauty of a diamond, giving you a wide variety of styles and price points to choose from.

Cut: The cut of a diamond is arguably the most important factor that affects the look and feel of diamond jewellery. When a diamond has been shaped and cut from its raw form, this is referred to as its cut. If you want your engagement rings to have a dazzling sparkle, you should pay close attention to the cut of a diamond as this will give it its brilliant shine.

Colour: Another factor that greatly affects the value and visual appeal of a diamond is its colour. The more colourless your diamond is, the more valuable it is. To better determine which diamond colour you’d prefer, diamond colours are assessed on a scale from D to Z. If a diamond is D-grade, it should be totally colourless, whereas Z-grade diamonds have a brown or light yellow hue.

Clarity: If you’re hoping to find a natural diamond that is free of any blemishes for your bespoke engagement rings, you should pay close attention to the clarity of a diamond. The clarity of a diamond is determined by how many inclusions or blemishes it has, with high clarity grade diamonds having a significantly higher value due to their lack of inclusions and blemishes.

Carat: The final factor influencing the look and value of a diamond ring is its carat weight. The measure of a diamond’s size is referred to as its carat weight, which can heavily drive up the value and cost of a diamond. The bigger and heavier your stone is, the higher the carat weight it has.

Diamond Cut Trends

Today, diamonds reign supreme as one of the most valuable and sought-after stones for bespoke engagement rings. If you want to make your engagement ring truly stand out, there are plenty of popular diamond cuts to choose from. Whether you opt for a cushion or oval cut diamond, each of these cuts has its own unique characteristics and stylish appeal.

Oval Cut: If you’re looking for an elegant diamond shape that will slim and elongate your fingers, an oval cut is a classic yet chic diamond cut. Oval-cut diamonds also offer stunning brilliance, offering a dazzling sparkle for bespoke engagement rings.

Cushion Cut: For a more romantic, vintage-inspired ring, a cushion cut is a timeless shape for your diamond. With their rectangular shape and soft corners, cushion-cut rings beautifully marry new cutting techniques with the classic charm of antique cuts.

Round Brilliant Cut: One of the most sought-after styles for diamond cuts is the round brilliant cut. This cut is famously used for engagement rings, known especially for its unparalleled brilliance and sparkle. With a whopping 58 facets, round brilliant cut diamonds are the perfect cut for couples who want the most dazzle and shine out of their engagement rings.

Find Elegant, Bespoke Engagement Rings With Bear Brooksbank

If you’re looking for exceptional design and craftsmanship for your bespoke engagement rings, look no further than Bear Brooksbank. Our signature engagement rings come in a stunning array of unique designs that are made to make your engagement all the more special. Using only the finest natural diamonds and stones sourced from reputable dealers in the UK, our rings are guaranteed to be well worth the investment.

By taking inspiration from vintage styles and sourcing largely antique jewellery, our pieces are timeless, contemporary masterpieces for any luxury jewellery lover. Our bespoke engagement rings are one-of-a-kind and are the perfect choice for commemorating your special day.

Whether you’re interested in our bespoke engagement rings, ready-to-wear pieces or our vintage collection, we’re dedicated to helping you find jewellery that is unique, timeless and catered to your preferences. To find out more about our products or to book a consultation with us, drop us an email at info@bearbrooksbank.com, and we’ll get back to you as soon as possible!

Bespoke Engagement Rings: Why Natural Diamonds Are Better Than Lab-Grown