Can you make diamonds out of ashes?

Yes, you can make diamonds out of ashes. All you need is a small portion of ashes of a loved one or pet and you can honor their memory forever by transforming their cremated remains into a unique, genuine diamond.

Memorial diamonds are a modern option for people who want to keep a personal diamond or set it in jewelry. Other people prefer an urn, scattering or another form of remembrance.

You can’t make cremation diamonds yourself

Making diamonds out of ashes is a sophisticated process that requires advanced technology and specialist equipment. Because of this, you can’t make cremation diamonds yourself. But you can use a world-renowned manufacturer of unique laboratory-grown diamonds to help you create your beautiful keepsake you’ll treasure forever.

Is it easy to turn ashes into diamonds?

Turning your loved one’s ashes into a unique memorial diamond is simple if you’re familiar with online shopping. You start by designing your diamond with the help of our easy-to-use website. You first need to decide on your diamond’s color, cut and carat.

You can keep your order simple and only order a diamond, or pair it with a beautiful jewelry setting so you can wear it and show it off to the world. If you want to wear your diamond, you also need to decide on the setting at this stage.

When you’ve decided what you want your diamond made from ashes to look like, simply send us 2/3 cup of ashes and we’ll create your one-of-a-kind diamond before delivering it to your door. 

Why do people make diamonds from ashes?

The reasons people choose to make diamonds out of ashes are as unique as those they want to commemorate. Each diamond is unlike any other on the planet and provides the person who designed it with unparalleled comfort and closure during one of the most challenging and confusing times of their life.

Every diamond made out of ash tells an individual story and represents a new beginning. By turning ashes into diamonds, you can keep your loved one with you at all times and remember the positive impact they made on the world and others.

A diamond made from ash provides you with incredible support and comfort when you need it the most. Ashes kept in urns are forgotten about and ashes scattered outside blow away. But ashes turned into memorial diamonds create a timeless testimony and lasting memory that endures time.

Cremation diamonds for pets

Turning ashes into diamonds isn’t just a way to hold onto the memories of family and friends. It’s also a heart-felt way of remembering the special bond we share with our pets. 

Many of us agree that losing a pet is just as painful as losing a family member. By sending us a small portion of their cremated remains or fur, we can create a memorial diamond that is as beautiful as they were.

Are ashes made from diamonds real diamonds?

A diamond grown from ashes is a laboratory-grown diamond with the crystal structure of diamond. Its production process differs from natural diamond formation.

The main difference is that while intense pressure and heat is applied for billions of years to make a mined diamond, diamonds made from ashes are formed inside a lab. Using the same high pressure and heat, diamonds made this way can be created in as little as a few months.

Are they expensive?

Making diamonds out of ashes is surprisingly affordable, regardless of your budget. If you just want a single diamond to commemorate your loved one, you can compare current prices for a genuine diamond made from ashes in our price guide.

When you take into consideration that cremations are thousands of dollars cheaper than burials, you can easily have your loved one cremated and make a diamond out of their ashes while still saving money on a burial.

Does it take long?

The Earth takes billions of years to make a single diamond. But thanks to modern technology and specialist equipment, Heart In Diamond can make diamonds out of ashes in as little as a few months.

Diamond production takes around 90 days from receipt of your material. Jewelry settings and other optional services can add time.

How big are the diamonds?

The available carat ranges are shown in the current US price sheet. For an order, we request 100 grams of ashes or 2 grams of hair; ask us if you have less material.

As well as being able to choose the diamond carat size when making diamonds out of ashes, you can also customize the color and the cut. Not only do these options help you create a beautiful diamond you’ll love forever, but they also help you create a physical representation of the person you want to remember.

Other ways to make memorial diamonds

Memorial diamonds don’t have to be made from ashes. If you choose to have your loved one or pet buried instead, you can still use their remains to make a unique keepsake for you to treasure.

At Heart In Diamond, we can make memorial diamonds from the hair of loved ones or fur of pets who have passed away. To make a diamond this way, you need around ½ cup of hair or fur.

What if I don’t have enough ash, hair or fur?

If you don’t have ⅔ cup of ashes or ½ cup of hair or fur, we can still make a memorial diamond as a tribute to the person or pet you’ve lost. Send us the sample you have and we will complete it by adding generic carbon.

If you have less material than requested, speak with us before ordering so we can explain the options for your sample.

It’s your choice

There are many different ways to commemorate a loved one after they’ve passed away. It’s important you choose the option which is best suited to you and the person you’ve lost. Making a diamond out of ashes is a wonderful way to hold onto the connection you once shared, while ensuring their memory will live on for years to come.

You can keep a memorial diamond loose, choose a setting to wear it, or pass it on to someone in your family. While diamonds made from ashes aren’t for everyone, those who choose to embrace them are rewarded with a calming sense of well-being and tranquility.

For current Heart In Diamond prices, see the diamond price guide and US jewelry shop. Settings are priced separately from your personal diamond.