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For many families, a Diamond Ring passed down from generation to generation isn’t just a piece of jewellery - it’s a legacy. It’s the sparkle in a grandmother’s engagement ring, the stone your mum wore to her wedding, the piece you dream of handing over to your child one day.
With Lab Grown Diamonds taking the industry by storm, their popularity begs the question, “Can Lab Grown Diamond truly be family heirlooms?”
Lab Grown Diamonds, just like Mined Diamonds, have immense durability and make for beautiful pieces of heirloom jewelry.
What Is a Heirloom?
Before we jump into carats and clarity, let’s unpack the idea of an heirloom.
An heirloom is something passed down through generations. But it’s not just about being old, it’s about carrying stories, memories, and emotion. A handwritten letter can be a heirloom. So can a quilt, a sari or a set of bangles. The value lies in its meaning, not just its monetary worth.
By that definition, a Lab Grown Diamond, if it represents love, commitment, or a significant moment, can hold just as much emotional weight as a mined one it is a heirloom.
The Real Diamond
Lab Grown Diamonds are Real Diamonds, just like the mined ones. Chemically, physically, and optically identical to their mined counterparts. They’re not imitation stones or simulants like cubic zirconia or moissanite.
The only difference between the two are their origins. One is formed deep under the Earth over millions of years. The other is created in a lab in a matter of weeks using advanced technology that mimics natural conditions.
Both processes obtain the same result, a dazzling beautiful diamond. However, one of them presents a cleaner origin story, with no mining, fewer environmental concerns, and traceable ethics.
Do Lab Grown Diamonds Last?
Lab Grown Diamonds are every bit as durable as Natural Diamonds, rating a 10 on the Mohs scale of hardness. This means they can be worn daily, resist scratches, and maintain their brilliance for decades or centuries.
At Lucira Jewelry, Lab Grown Diamonds are cut and finished with heirloom-quality craftsmanship. These aren’t throwaway trends; they’re made to last through life’s chapters and be passed on with pride.
Sentiment vs. Rarity
Some argue that Mined Diamonds are more “valuable” because they’re rarer. But value isn't always tied to market scarcity.
Would you rather wear a rare stone with a murky backstory, or a brilliant gem that symbolises your values, sustainability, love, and mindful living?
Today’s generation cares more about where the stone came from and why it was chosen than whether it’s been underground for millions of years.
Lab Grown Diamonds tell a modern story. They reflect who we are now conscious, progressive and that’s a legacy worth preserving.
Can You Pass It Down?
Lab Grown Diamond jewelry preserves just as well as its mined counterpart. It can be etched and inscribed with thoughtfulness, it can take on new meaning with redesigning, and it will hold value and love for generations to come like any cherished heirloom.
It might not have "historical rarity", but it can have personal rarity. It can be the ring your partner proposed with, or the first diamond you ever bought for yourself, or a gift from your parents on your graduation day. These moments are the things heirlooms are built from.
What About Resale Value?
Heirlooms aren’t made to be sold. They're treasured. However, the resale value of Lab Grown Diamonds is still evolving. While it may not hold the same resale pricing as a Mined Diamond, most people don’t inherit diamonds to sell them, they inherit them to remember someone.
Whether you plan to sell an heirloom piece or not, always choose stones that are certified (IGI or GIA), have excellent cuts, and come from a reputable brand as quality craftsmanship will always have value.
Creating a Modern Heirloom with Lucira Jewelry
At Lucira Jewelry, we believe that heirlooms don’t need to come from the past to be meaningful. They can start now, with you.
Whether it’s a custom-designed engagement ring, an anniversary pendant necklace, or a piece that marks your child’s birth, we craft every Lab Grown Diamond with the kind of care and detail that’s worthy of becoming a future heirloom.
- Certified Lab Grown Diamonds with transparent sourcing
- Timeless designs that transcend trends
- Custom engraving and personalised touches that carry your story forward
Because the most powerful heirlooms aren’t about what they’re made of. They’re about who they’re made for and why.
Final Thoughts
Heirlooms are not just about age or geology. They’re about meaning, memory, and love. Lab Grown Diamonds check all the boxes that truly matter: beauty, durability, sentiment, and values.
So can they be passed down?
Without a doubt.
Start your own heirloom tradition with something that reflects who you are today, and who you want to be remembered as tomorrow.
And if you're wondering where to begin, Lucira Jewelry is right here, ready to craft your future classic.