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4 Reasons why you should treat yourself to Smiling Rocks’ lab-grown diamonds

October 13, 2024

Over the past several years, there has been an undeniable shift in the diamond industry. As the demand for lab-grown diamonds has increased, many diamond lovers have made the switch. Available at Royal Caribbean, Smiling Rocks is one brand using lab-grown diamonds for their luxurious jewelry designs. The following are a few reasons why their stunning necklaces, bracelets, earrings and rings are worth seeking out.

1. They’re just like mined diamonds – without the high price tag.

Smiling Rocks lab-grown diamonds are 100% identical to mined diamonds. One of the big differences — and a reason why many couples are considering them when they tie the knot — is the cost. For example, this CBS article states that a 1-carat princess-cut diamond would cost about $2,500 for a natural stone, versus about $500 for its lab-grown equivalent. Whether you’re saving for a big purchase like a new home or car, or simply don’t feel comfortable with the large cost associated with natural diamonds, choosing lab-grown stones is sure to come with significant cost savings.

2. They’re kinder to the environment.

Man-made diamonds are friendlier to the earth than those obtained through mining. According to ABC News, one carat of mined diamonds equals nearly 100 square feet of disturbed land and 6,000 pounds of mineral waste, while a carat of lab-grown diamonds disturbs .07 square feet of lands and creates only 1 pound of mineral waste. Further, there’s an undeniable human cost to mining that must be considered, as a result of the many dangers associated with the job (among them are hearing loss, lung problems and the increased risk of cancer).

3. The brand gives back through each purchase.

Smiling Rocks has its own 501(c)(3) nonprofit called the Smiling Rocks Foundation. When you purchase jewelry from them, 3% of the total will be donated to the charity “category” of your choice, including:

• Environmental protection: this includes Smiling Rocks’ Carbon for Carbon Initiative, an effort to research the amount of CO2 produced by one human cycle, and offset that amount through tree planting
• Medical support: contributing to charities that provide funding and resources for hospitals, medical supplies, and more in areas where there is a lack of health services
• Animal protection: supporting charities that help restore habitats and protect wildlife

4. They might just make you feel good.

Smiling Rocks co-founder Zulu Ghevriya believes in creating jewelry that allows women to express themselves. Interviewed in L’Officiel Monaco, Ghevriya explains that jewelry is an expression of one’s personality: whether you prefer bold statement pieces or classic styles, your jewelry says something about you — and Smiling Rocks works to design products that cater to every personality. Showcasing who you are through jewelry, he says, can be a confidence booster that helps elevate your self esteem. And it might even make you smile in the process.

Contact us to learn more.

If you’re interested in Smiling Rocks jewelry or have questions about the fine jewelry we offer, we invite you to contact us for more details. Shopping for jewelry on St. Thomas? Stop into our locations on Main Street or Crown Bay to view our selection of Smiling Rocks pieces. Browse our Smiling Rocks collection online.