FTC issues new warnings about engagement rings

The commission is mandating that retailers disclose when a diamond is lab-created, rather than natural, before customers make a purchase.

[@kylewollman2239]

Can you imagine thinking that you were getting an actual diamond, mined by a hard working slave child, only to find that it was made by some nerd with his chemistry set? The outrage!

[@tenzinpassang4812]

Kyle Wollman if i find out my nike’s ain’t made by a Chinese kid in a hazardous workplace, i want my money back lol

[@itsmeagain8009]

People are stupid and selfish. They're willing to pay so much for such a thing..

[@zoluz9165]

No Ma'am not much of a career considering they get paid less than a dollar a day.

[@dizzyness786]

Idk if I should laugh or feel shame. 🤦 i kinda wanna laugh..but i feel bad.

[@benedictcumbersnatched7735]

Kyle Wollman 💀💀

[@mlsi]

Most diamonds are not worth half of what they cost.

[@userequaltoNull]

That's an understatement. They're worth very little above their industrial value.

[@Kabaselefh]

Because they are not true diamond

[@nancyaneke1346]

Rei W. The importance of diamond 💍 engagement, wedding 👰, and general rings is merely sociocultural. For whatever reason, “the powers that be” want members of society to value and purchase these diamonds 💎. Meanwhile, poor women and children 👶 in various parts of world are paid so little to mine them. Unlike the diamonds that they are forced to mine, the slave miners are undervalued.

[@Ana-ty8sl]

Yep, thank... The bleeping debeers brothers.

[@annmitchell4663]

The good thing is,they are not a life's necessity...no one NEEDS a diamond to live,we would be in trouble if food/drink/clothes ect were as expensive as diamonds...I for one, couldn't give a toss for diamonds.

[@bpeoples4043]

If the salesman was selling the lab ring for the price of a similar grade natural diamond, yea, I'd be pissed about that.

[@BagznBirdz]

I do agree with this, the pricing is totally different for mined and lab made.

[@Eric-xh9ee]

The mined diamonds should be cheaper since it's worse quality and just rock lol. They're only more expensive due to an industry monopoly and price inflation

[@BroDoc9000]

It was much cheaper... they just didn't want to be looked down on like they have been their entire lives...

[@tinykhami179]

This part I understand being upset about

[@katemiller7874]

Absolutely because the lab is not worth the same

[@KelleytinaVW]

There’s nothing wrong with lab created diamonds. I feel like they are ethically made than ones that comes from mines which may or may not use child labor.

[@dongysakura418]

@Green Giant there is a reason why we have child labor laws. Taking care of a family should not rest on the shoulders of chidern

[@LA_Home_Deals_Texas]

Do you wear Nike sneaker and any clothes or electronic like Apple products that is not made in North America?...than stop that bullshit about ethical....Back in the old ages in America children were helping farming in the field because the family is so poor and can’t afford to hire workers...In third world countries that is what help feed the whole entire family...everyone contribute or all starve to death. You can’t afford to be a kid when you are poor...child labor is only North America standards....not the day to day reality in most countries !

[@chubbybunny6975]

Hate to tell ya this honey, but if you buy any clothes from big-name companies, or any electronic ever, you're profiting off of child labour. Lithium batteries for every cellphone, laptop, and tablet? Mined by children. Those Wal-Mart, Old Navy, Forever 21, Winners clothes?? Made by children in Bangladesh, Philippines, and China.

[@dvsdawl]

Nothing wrong but they have no resale value so people need to know that when they buy them.

[@sexyndacityable]

@@LA_Home_Deals_Texas we had things called slaves when black families worked and built America as well.

[@DaishaView]

I would much rather prefer a man-made diamond than a man-slaved diamond

[@didostempest2966]

Daisha View Mhmm and a plus is that we all can save money for a home or a sweet honeymoon etc

[@Ladyscarface]

U mean CHILD slaved

[@acewings221]

Lab created diamonds don't have flaws in them like mined diamonds. They are higher quality and cheaper. Thats why mining companies hate them lol

[@DaishaView]

Lady Scarface yes ma’am, but it was just a slight play on words

[@paulvi1429]

True

[@ingrid6752]

She's upset her diamond didn't smell like blood, sweat and tears.

[@spoiledsandi]

If she wanted that she’d get a blood diamond

[@gersonlazo4123]

Facts haha

[@Yimji]

The more the better

[@abegarcia973]

Don’t forget about death ...

[@joeygarcia6647]

I would be pissed to the more blood the better the diamond

[@elmagnificodep]

My wife and I lived in a dumpy trailer when we got engaged. We now have two houses and a six-figure income. We still wear the same rings. It's the symbol, not the value.

[@back2the80s]

Nice boast

[@elmagnificodep]

@@back2the80s Green looks good on you. If I was boasting I could have said how much money I made, or had invested, or mentioned other things.

[@back2the80s]

elmagnificodep 🙄

[@elmagnificodep]

@@back2the80s I think your mom doesn't appreciate you increasing her electricity bill by doing non-constructive activities like complaining about capitalism. Have a blessed Easter.

[@back2the80s]

elmagnificodep 🙄

[@brookem.5359]

It's still a freaken diamond.. sorry this is stupid.

[@sallydavidson4471]

That's like saying a knock off Gucci Purse that is made in China with less then quality materials is just as good as the authentic Gucci that is made to stand the test of time - at the same price! I don't buy designer purses but to someone who does that makes a difference.

[@tylerburney8576]

Sally Davidson Boo hoo, nobody died for ~my~ ring!

[@travcm]

​@@sallydavidson4471 Your example is not relevant at all. Whether synthetic or natural, diamonds are made with carbon. Both have the same physical & chemical properties. Both will stand the test of time.

[@jacobbleeder301]

No it’s definitely not a real diamond 💎 or natural diamond isn’t a quality stone but only cut to have a look 👀 of a quality, and yes of course the way of a difference the jewellery lover will not use there jewel in this fashion unless there put in a life bending situation where the diamond is unimportant, you would want the real thing to save a life , whereas that man made wouldn’t be of any use but looks !

[@masondelpino8118]

@@sallydavidson4471 it's nothing like that. A lab-created diamond isn't fake whatsoever. It IS a diamond. The difference is creation method. Lab-created diamonds are made in a lab, and natural diamonds are found naturally in the Earth.

[@frankchambers3042]

600 thousand people are homeless in the United States.

[@julia-ex7im]

and?!?!?! this is clearly a more important issue!!

[@zetakong]

because of Trump

[@emilegriffith1473]

And almost all are homeless by choice due to drugs alcohol or simply cause they want to be

[@jamjedi1972]

Ryan Your an idiot.

[@janewright315]

@@emilegriffith1473 you are a moron

[@victormontes3499]

If you don’t understand “diamond alternative” then you deserve a cubic zirconia.

[@sympatico79]

Exactly!!

[@heatherc4416]

Ive never heard of diamond alternative. I definitely deserve cubic zirconia lmao

[@fiddlesticksbessette398]

BETTER KNOWN AS A -CZ'' PASTE''

[@caligulalonghbottom2629]

There are Lab Grown diamonds now which are diamonds, just lab grown and they are chemically, physically, optically the same as natural mined diamonds but without the slavery and pricetag. They generally arent called 'diamond alternative' though because they are diamonds. Moissanite is also better than most diamond quality at mass jewelers. CZ is cz...its beautiful and pretty much looks exactly like a perfect diamond but its worthless.

[@neelrastardust3052]

I love cubic zirconia! It may be worthless, but it still looks nice 👍🏼

[@EmpressMermaid]

I keep hearing that "millenials are killing diamonds." Well, maybe they should.

[@michelewalburn4376]

It's about time.

[@Cynthiaa315]

I want a diamond but I don't want one that has people mining for them. I want one that a machine made in a lab. Side note, i want to choose my ring and not be surprised by a ring I don't like. Also I am not spend over $1,000 for it. Seems like a dumb investment.

[@graceanne385]

Millennials know it’s just carbon and they are smart enough to buy a more beautiful diamond for less money, and without blood on their hands.

[@MrsRLivey_2020]

@@Cynthiaa315 I just got a new engagement ring from Tiger Gemstones.. lab created and less than $200 great reviews.. and, completely cruelty free.

[@brismuvela3631]

There’s a bazillion other stones, it doesn’t have to be a diamond! Diamonds are for boomers!

[@lovely4087]

We are back here in Africa where people are fighting and dying about natural diamonds but she is sad that her diamond was made in a lab. The first world will really show us things....

[@sethunyam8649]

And we’re in Africa where diamond mines pay for free education and healthcare

[@Emmaa118]

“Lab created diamonds” are still real diamonds, not “simulated diamonds”. They have the same chemical makeup as a mined diamond. The only difference is that one is made through science, and the other is made by the earth. Plus the price tag! Lab diamonds are cheaper because we can make them ourselves, but mined diamonds need to be created by the earth.

[@rachaeljohnsonpena-martine4296]

How was the other store able to tell ?

[@emellia1]

So they are not the same correct 😃😃😃😃

[@topshelfbullys7889]

Littlesnackcakez RPM because inside any diamonds is a number etched inside duh

[@aligrotts6400]

Makes me wonder what will happen when man discovers how to make gold.

[@Daniellapalo]

Emma Thompson that’s like saying opalite is real opal

[@Julia36D]

Diamonds are overpriced and overrated. Society, especially women, put so much pressure on the “perfect ring”, yet so many forget that a ring does not a marriage make.

[@Ebelon]

Right, you are...

[@dankdungeon5104]

Does not a marriage make

[@deloresmendoza7674]

lol, but diamonds are a girls best friend! LOL ;) (MINES ,anyway!) haha!

[@PLAKINA]

Speak for yourself! My man needs to put in effort !

[@Julia36D]

George lol and that’s why I have an incredible partner and you’ll be eternally unhappy because I understand what matters and you place importance on stones and external validation. Best of luck to you bud.

[@rockyroad6404]

I worked for a corporation for 8 years, we sold lab grown diamonds and were soooooo careful to make sure the consumer understood they were looking at lab grown stones. The price tags were even a different color and the diamonds were laser inscribed "lab created". Make sure you're purchasing from a reputable jeweler.

[@mauriciosanchez9399]

Because diamonds mined by slaves are far better huh

[@akakerness6396]

She did like the Diamond. But then after finding out that is man made it turns out to be the worst. It was never about how much you loved it but how real and expensive it was.

[@Gemini530]

Nothing beats the wonderful feeling of knowing that your diamond was mined by some slave child who went through hell, and some actually died. Such rich history behind a natural mined diamond. That’s what makes it special 😉😉

[@lesliebessesen7653]

When you buy a Rendbrandt and you find out that the art galary that sold it to you knew that it was a reblica will you not be pissed of ....its just ethical to let the buyer know what he or she is paying for....lab or natural i would like to know otherwise its just plain fraud....it also should state on the incurance info that you get from the jewelry shop what it is....

[@pennPi]

@@lesliebessesen7653 That’s not a good analogy. Lab diamonds are real diamonds. The chemical makeup is the same. (In fact lab diamonds are more perfect.j However, I would want to know how it was made for ethical reasons. I’m against blood diamonds and will only buy lab diamonds. So yeah we agree on the need for transparency but for totally different reasons!

[@prihaps]

We really need to break this diamond engagement 💍 push that many ppl feel. Ridiculous

[@Emiliapocalypse]

Ah yes the expense is important! That reminds me of this girl I knew before leaving Twitter. She got engaged to a mutual friend (yay!) but then she went on in her tweets about how a large diamond ring is symbolic, and that “he’s _investing in my love”_ I guess some people see the value of the diamond as intertwined with the value of their relationship, and they don’t see anything gross about thinking that way 🤪

[@classicalroach]

I want lab diamonds. I chose a lab diamond for my wedding ring. It's the same damn rock chemically speaking. I don't want to reward corporations abusing children bleeding in mines.

[@TheRickStarZ]

Lab diamond is fall better quality than mined. Clearly DeBeer sponsored this news lmao

[@kimmccarthy7747]

The diamond is only part of what makes a ring expensive anyway. The gold is worth a lot more than the diamond, any jeweler will tell you that. You're better off getting a rarer colored gem, if you can find one that isn't lab grown too, or heated for better color, or--

[@Joe-fb4eg]

Caroline Yeh do you literally think thenonly diamond mines are in Africa? If so you’re small minded

[@Joe-fb4eg]

Kim McCarthy wrong I’m a jeweler gold is not worth more than a diamond seriously where do all get yalls info your asses?

[@Joe-fb4eg]

justanothercontentconsumer Carney what high horse missy? Diamonds are mostly sold by Israelis and mostly middle eastern. More than 36% of all diamonds you see that are real came from Russia Iraq and Israel. They don’t all come from Africa plus do you know where all that money goes to from the ones that are sold directly from Africa? They go toward schools and building homes and shelters. They only make up maybe 60% of what’s mined over a period of time. It’s not our fault that Africa is a less evolved country they don’t mind that and the fact that you do is insulting to their work.

[@peacelovehappy123456]

So you’re saying I can get a perfect diamond for cheaper that doesn’t have the imperfections a mined diamond has. Sounds good to me I’d rather get that

[@candiceburton1506]

You and me both. People can be so snobby and self absorbed sometimes

[@PinkPiratePanda]

Diamonds are intrinsically worthless anyways. You gain absolutely nothing by having a "natural" diamond over a lab made one. Oh, except you know, the not being mined by dying slaves.

[@Yokonato]

@@PinkPiratePanda Its amazing what some con artists managed to give value to back in the day. A diamond is a shiny rock that was created by pressure in the ground.... some people found a good spot to get a abundance of them and said hey ! Let's slap a big price tag on them , while we have slaves mine them for bread and water once a week!

[@kayalex5940]

Maybe DeBeers will stop hoarding gems now.

[@rollsroyce2627]

@@candiceburton1506 🎯🎯🎯

[@user-mo9lc6nc7y]

People need to get a grip. Diamonds are not rare. Crazy markup value.

[@MrsRLivey_2020]

And they immediately depreciate, jewelers don't buy diamonds.. they buy the gold and silver attached to the diamonds.

[@Lauren-ev3lz]

Don't buy mall from jewelry stores period. Go to a local jeweler in town. Support local businesses

[@Dem0nD0ll]

Most natural diamonds are blood diamonds. Go with a lab-grown one. It’s exactly the same as a mined one.

[@lukecywalker]

Long sleeve or short sleeve

[@Sehara]

Except the price. Lab griwn should be much less expensive but quailty shouldn't be compromised

[@astrocat8418]

No make them drive thr prices down so i can load up on ice lol

[@omega91006]

Not true. I know you are talking about the Congo, but there are diamond mines in Canada, South Africa, Russia...

[@ericp1139]

Sehara lab grown diamonds are near flawless, since they weren’t created in nature. The prices won’t be that mich lower so it won’t undercut and crash the market.

[@sinfulyetsaved]

There's way nicer stones that don't have blood on them.

[@muhydinaden552]

True to the letter but blood is all around you Oil ??? all the wars in Middle east and endless conflicts in Africa so that some few countries can get cheap oil !! and a ready market for guns!! still want to talk blood diamonds?

[@gersonlazo4123]

The video is literally about the opposite lol

[@muhydinaden552]

In Africa all problems are intertwined no straight line thinking all Our troubles cross lines its very clear that most diamonds are mined by multinationals and the so called child labour are hardworking people trying to make away out off poverty so if you want to trust movie's it's your choice but out here life is real !! The first world was made from the same minerals called tainted stones now all's fin so buy manufactured stones and please stop complaining.

[@ladymaiden2308]

@Mr Anderson 🤣

[@pearlgirl5643]

Buy pre-owned diamonds - much more affordable and recycled

[@PixieLove5]

So you’re telling me... You’re mad that you got a non-blood Diamond and not an actual blood diamond? WHAT.THEFUCK. AND WHY.

[@Rhov9]

Not all natural diamonds are blood diamonds. There are plenty of reputable places to get responsibly sourced natural diamonds - this woman was just stupid IMO by not asking questions on an item they were spending so much money on. If you’re going to purchase something that expensive - why would you not do your research? Shame on her for that.

[@keelijudge5074]

"Diamond alternative" would suggest that it's an alternative to a diamond therefore what they are looking at are not diamonds...... The website even had a whole page explaining the difference from natural diamonds to lab diamonds. I'm really not sure what the poor website owners are expected to do other than have "it's not a natural diamond" flashing across the entire screen. It seems unfair to me. What the shop did wasn't good but the website has made it very clear from what this news clip shows.

[@erinvelasquez3316]

Keeli Judge finally! I thought I was the only one thinking “alternative “ is a pretty clear word. Do they think the public is really that stupid to think something called “diamond alternative” is genuine?🤦🏻‍♀️

[@steeviem1835]

I think,if your planning to spend a lot of money, you ought to look up info...and they didnt

[@Silkendrum]

@@erinvelasquez3316 - A lab-grown diamond IS A REAL DIAMOND, A GENUINE DIAMOND. It just didn't come from a mine.

[@havingteawiththedevil]

How dare her diamond be made in a lab instead of a child slave in Africa. She wants her money back.

[@pmsd6066]

Having Tea With the Devil ...childs and adults too...lots of deaths too..that why natural diamonds are called Blood Diamonds

[@QQ-og3ui]

@@pmsd6066 Not all diamonds.

[@BagznBirdz]

No matter who mined it, they probably suffered, and the cost for nature is also very high. People have very selective memories - they forget all about the people and nature destroyed when there's a possibility to get their hands on a diamond. It's all about ME, ME, ME!

[@famoslyritch1]

Imagine being this desperate for blood diamonds. Couldn't be me.

[@shesosweet2781]

Lmao! What’s worse is, she actually went to find out if her man was cheap or not 😂. I can’t with this whole situation 🤦🏾‍♀️😂.

[@famoslyritch1]

@Cherlock McFly Exactly

[@taram4756]

Exactly!

[@totoro888]

You do realize that not all diamonds are blood diamonds? Or you so brainwashed that you cannot think straight???

[@taram4756]

@@totoro888 MEEEOOOWW! 💅🏽 🐈

[@aubreyodom468]

I knew mine was lab made and I love it for being so I don’t want to know a child slave found my engagement ring diamond. My on diamond is flawless and gorgeous and I’m proud of its origin

[@steeviem1835]

I agree..It's still unique. Just cos someone conceives a chilld through a test tube, it doesn't make it not a natural human

[@becky8193]

same! I knew about blood diamonds since I was a teen, so when it came time to get one, I KNEW I wanted a lab diamond.

[@sarahbarragan1635]

My marketing prof told all the guys to go to a pawn shop so they can propose with a “family heirloom” (you just dont know whose family) 😆

[@anitalauer2715]

Pawn shops and estate jewelry sellers have a lot more integrity than most mall jewelry stores, and they will save you a lot of money.

[@daijoubu4529]

DeBeers now pays ABC lol? A diamond is a diamond, synthetic or not, worthless rock, not even a rare mineral

[@DenaMarie90]

Daijoubu the point is the fact that these places are charging the same price for both.

[@fiddlesticksbessette398]

FOOL.

[@caligulalonghbottom2629]

@@DenaMarie90 No they arent. A lab grown diamond can be of a very very very fine quality and you can get it for a fraction of what a mined stone costs. You can get a four carat VS diamond for like 4 grand whereas in a natural stone it would cost upwards of 20k, 30k or more...

[@daijoubu4529]

@Ashley Paulsen yeah but they dont artificially inflate prices (yet) and create scarcity

[@robertogalindo3577]

Daijoubu I was thinking the same thing, this is straight propaganda. If no one can see that, there the reason why white diamonds keep there value....

[@kimberlygranger5205]

Diamond ALTERNATIVE is pretty darn clear. 🙄

[@Katetotherescue]

I agree!!!

[@JB-kg3js]

“Alternative” is too ambiguous though. “Diamond Alternative” could include anything other than a diamond such as CZ, glass, or anything that imitates the look of a diamond but not necessarily the same make up. As opposed to something more specific like “lab-grown/cultured/synthetic,” which means it’s a real diamond, but just man-made/process is artificial and sped up.

[@mehhhhh421]

Diamonds are worthless Engagement rings aren’t traditional Get them a ring pop :)

[@90kevin20]

Maya Thompson my girlfriend required a diamond ring but she was okay with lab made at least. It was just one thing she wanted other than that she doesn’t need any expensive jewelry or clothes etc.

[@yujen1645]

“Never crossed my mind that should be a question I should ask” God bless her heart.

[@brittanyw7546]

I would prefer a lab created diamond then one that causes death and suffering.

[@cr-behr1317]

Even the lab created gem has a story to tell. Also if the market moves to lab created the suffering will increase in the mines because producers will seek out more and more the rare to win the consumer over.

[@honeybdream]

Same ✔️

[@elmagnificodep]

I hope you don't eat meat or dairy or wear leather.

[@brittanyw7546]

@@elmagnificodep ok.....

[@brittanyw7546]

@Film Content Critic unnecessary negativity makes one seem petty. Imo❤🌏✌

[@msfilipinamerican]

“Kim there’s people that are dying”

[@lindaclark4848]

🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@louisdangelo6253]

Everyday and your point is?

[@kathrinewanjiru8949]

Hehehe

[@Rontlc3317]

🤣❤️

[@vadaann1279]

I love my man made diamond ring. Anyone who goes in that store is fully aware that they are man made. That woman is lying. It’s also weird that story didn’t mention they are chemically identical to mined diamonds. This was a hit piece for de beers 100%.

[@Briguy1027]

I'm sure De Beers sponsored that article, LOL.

[@CashMoneyKC1]

They’re so similar you can’t tell the difference, EXACTLY!!!

[@ellenrutledge8306]

Actually you can... Lab created will always have an aurora for walks breakout fire that is a tell-all sign. Also they can look too " bright white" to the eye. The jeweler has a way of telling also. No inclutions, and usually a mark on the band saying "CZ".

[@ellenrutledge8306]

Aurora borealis

[@ellenrutledge8306]

Other ways, as well.

[@Silkendrum]

@@ellenrutledge8306 - If it says "CZ" on the band, it's not a lab-created diamond at all. It's a cubic zirconia. The lab diamond is chemically identical to a mined diamond, and the crystalline structure is identical. The fire is the same. They have the same hardness. The only difference might be, depending on the quality of the mined diamond, that the lab diamond is more "perfect". There IS NO DIFFERENCE, you can't tell by looking. Note - a moissanite is not a lab-created diamond, it's a moissanite.

[@ILY1273]

""First person ever in her family to have a diamond!" Calm down, girl. It's not that life changing.

[@swilson5320]

To buy into a lie. It’s slave labor and environmentally awful

[@swilson5320]

Actually, these stones aren’t cubic zirconia- literally diamond to the atomic construction. A few years ago someone in material science figure out how to “grow” genuine diamonds with miracle of modern technology and science. It’s atomically the same thing. There was an interesting documentary about the development of the technology- I think the inventor was a father son duo in Massachusetts. As the technology became perfected the diamond monopoly got scared and has been trying to control lab diamonds production by lobbying for special labels. The diamond industry has been a monopoly that capitalized on poor countries and labor that includes slaves and children. There is no way to guarantee ethical sourcing (and they’ve tried). The monopoly doesn’t want the price of diamonds to tank with the introduction of lab grown diamonds. Labs can make a nearly infinite supply of perfect large real diamonds. Here’s a bbc doc m.kzbin.info/www/bejne/mqWzl3Wcic57rtE

[@swilson5320]

L1 I don’t disagree with your point on labeling. People do need to know. That’s fair. I’m more moved to make it crystal clear that lab diamonds are exactly the same as mined diamonds. I am passionate about educating people on what mined diamonds really are given the marketing campaign being waged on lab diamonds by the mining industry

[@NycBeauty]

EnglishEyebrows hahahahaha ❗️❗️

[@113dmg9]

Now you have to have to worry about it not being insured or someone hurting you to get it off your finger. That's life changing for some of us.

[@MrTheguywiththemoney]

Stop buying shiny rocks.

[@zoezzzarko1117]

There are so many shiny rocks that are super cheap and easily mined. Diamonds are just another mainstream mindfuck.

[@skyounkin]

Jesus Christ Marie, they're minerals!

[@AngelOfMusic20]

@@skyounkin damn! You beat me to it! 🤣🤣🤣

[@AngelOfMusic20]

Funny thing is gold is not shiny at all when mined. Diamonds have a clouded look. When they're cut a polished then they look like the shiny diamonds we all know.

[@ascorpioskiss3416]

but it's shiny

[@spoofx7105]

If i like it, imma get it. Idgaf if it’s “man made”

[@aaronpaul06]

They didn’t catch on when they saw the drastically lower price? If it seems too good to be true, it is.

[@AdrielSjahfiedin]

Does it matter? Real stones are dug up on the backs of child labor...

[@cesarebachelli]

It matters when people fork out lots of money thinking they get the real deal

[@bernardopkmDP178]

Same as the computer/cellphone/tablet you wrote this comment on...

[@EnvyNeff]

Yeah I agree it shouldn’t matter and diamonds are extremely over prized and the better alternative in my opinion is a lab created diamond but its better because they aren’t overpriced. So yes when she paid real diamond price for lab diamond it made it a bad situation. But the media did express this story in a different way I see why you said what you said. They made it seem like lab created diamonds are bad or a scam without literally saying it. I’m sure the rich share holders of the media with millions invested on the diamond business is the reason why this story was told the way it was on a negative way towards lab diamonds instead of a focusing on business doing illegal practices and just how corrupted the diamond business is and how focused they are on that big profit they can make when selling YOU a diamond.

[@janewright315]

@@cesarebachelli buy stupid, get stupid

[@fiddlesticksbessette398]

ONLY SOME.THE BIG DEEP DIMOND MINE'S ARE WHERE THE GOOD ONE'S ARE FOUND.ALSO IN SOUTH AFRCA,THERE RIGHT ON THE SURFICE..

[@greenman8060]

So what if it's not a "real diamond?" It's not being mined up by kids or slaves in the DRC. Arguably, it looks even better than a natural diamond.

[@ceniloar]

It's still a fucking diamond, and yeah, it's dumb that people care it's "lab made." Nice how this story doesn't mention anything about the ethics of "real" diamonds.

[@AB-sr3jd]

Maybe she paid the hefty price for it ... I think that may not have been mentioned

[@theodensonofthengel5787]

Because its fraud.

[@louandlilly]

This issue isn’t exactly that it’s lab grown, yes lab grown could technically be seen as better. The issue comes when you sell a lab grown diamond at the same insanely marked up price as a natural diamond when lab grown diamonds really only cost cents to make.

[@redzgirl2476]

right, mine is flawless!!

[@drea6717]

My husband actually went in and said he wanted a blood diamond😂 the lady looked at him weird and he said well if I’m spending that much on a rock somebody had better lost an arm for it🤣🤦🏼‍♀️ he was joking but the lady didn’t think it was very funny

[@BagznBirdz]

It probably hurt when someone reminded her of what she's really selling...

[@nomdeguerre247]

Your husband has a dark sense of humor. Macabre

[@nomdeguerre247]

@@drea6717 How fun! I too find immense human suffering and pain hilarious. He's probably a hoot to have around while committing war crimes in other countries 😂

[@Teresa-pv9zq]

Yeah, not too funny.

[@lovelovevon4316]

I think the husband knew. He went to The kiosk in the mall and the wife felt compelled to undermine her cheap husband. She knows her man. Notice they never name dropped the store... It's because the husband knew. He took advantage of the discounted price. I don't know what more cringe worthy... The lack of trust from the wife or the lying husband. Then again they feed into each other. They deserve each other.

[@lanzer22]

Problems with diamond: - If it's natural, you're supporting a trade that is brimmed with slave labor and malpractices - If it's lab grown, you're paying for something at a ridiculous premium, simply because all the diamond labs were bought by natural diamond companies which fixed the prices, and you end up supporting the same companies at the end - Diamonds are not that rare, unlike gold and silver. To convince the average consumer into paying more is almost a crime. It's like calling aluminum "light silver" and charge 10 times the price. A diamond drill cost $1 because diamonds are that cheap to make. - Moissanite has almost the same thermal conductivity and hardness as diamond, at 1% of the cost. Is diamond 1000% more brilliant? - To pay thousands for a lab grown diamond vs moissanite is crazy as you're not paying for the story of some rock sitting in the earth for "millions of years" anymore. By the way, your granite kitchen countertop is 1.6 to 2.7 billion years old.

[@aligrotts6400]

I went into a jewelry store wearing a Moissanite stone and was approached by the manager who was training a new sales man. He called attention to my ring and told the new guy "this is what you have to look out for, a gal will walk in with a ring that looks like it's worth thousands". He asked if he could borrow my ring and I let him take it. He picked up a gizmo and told the new guy "this is how you test for diamonds", and did so. You should have seen the look on his face when it tested as diamond. Hilarious!

[@Dfgjgjod]

I keep telling people that diamonds are a bad investment, especially when there’s other stones that are much more rare and hold more value than a diamond ever could. When you trade in or try to sell a diamond ring, the value AUTOMATICALLY and drastically decreases. Making diamonds worthless.

[@professionalcommenter]

@@Dfgjgjod I have an alexandrite that I put into my wedding ring. I believe to be real. As I have never seen another one with such beauty and brilliance. It changes colors from purple to green to garnet to gray. I have a diamond wedding band to go with it but it's to accent the Alexanderite.

[@Dfgjgjod]

Professional Commenter ohhhh sounds beautiful 😍😍

[@alinag3831]

Good to know that the lab diamonds are made by the same evil people & it’s safe to say no to buying any diamonds because your supporting the same blood thirsty corporations.

[@saylesswithmonique]

This “news” story brought to you by the DeBeers family.

[@learningisuncomfortable2322]

Monique Speaks or Russians. Watch Explained - Diamonds on Netflix

[@saylesswithmonique]

Learning Is Uncomfortable oh totally. Watched that episode already hahaha 😊👍🏽

[@anderswhite]

Facts

[@Briguy1027]

LOL. I know that the Russians have tons of diamonds to sell. I am not up on the current news though, if DeBeers allowed them to flood the market with them or not.

[@theoccasionalvideo]

Same thing I thought.

[@TheoneGodfather]

I can’t believe this hasn’t crushed Debeers since diamonds are pretty much worthless.

[@Ceh000]

Is this the problem we all need to be worried about right now? They are upset about a diamond ring while living in a trailer park.

[@elsahopkins4433]

This is one of the most annoying and misinformed things I've ever watched

[@amdl270]

They were probably paid by diamond corporations to report on this lol They haven't been making as much bank since Millennials are choosing humane alternatives

[@elsahopkins4433]

@@amdl270 I wouldn't doubt it. Sad excuse for a news report

[@elsahopkins4433]

@markyhabsThey're probably referring to blood diamonds. look into "conflict diamonds" and how many people have lost their lives over them. It sucks. There are conflict free naturally formed diamonds of course but buyers need to be actively looking into where their diamonds are coming from

[@MsButtercup3000]

markyhabs thank you! Good info needs to be spread!

[@kamaribrown8650]

Why did she go to another jewelry shop 👀 was she trying to pawn it

[@Scarcasticqueen]

Exactly. Sounds sneaky to me "what can you tell me about my ring" that's not a normal question. She sounds like she was unsatisfied from the beginning.

[@haleymilbrodt8080]

Honestly, with this information I'm going to ask my boyfriend to propose to me with a lab created diamond. There is no visible difference with the naked eye and there is no child labor attached.

[@verydenise]

THat's what I did! Everyone is blown away by how beautiful my lab grown diamond is. But don't get a SIMULANT -- that's a fake, a cz. I went to a reputable jeweler.

[@reneehilscher6176]

The boyfriend knew it was a lab grown diamond all along. They are significantly cheaper and imho a smarter purchase. This lady is ungrateful swine for going to the jewellers to “find out more” how rude! Who does that? Who decides to investigate a gift? That’s the real issue here.

[@VC-jb8mc]

"Diamond alternative" is not clear?? Sounds clear to me

[@laura121684]

It could mean anything though, it could mean lab created diamond, cubic zirconia, or any other clear/white gem that looks like a diamond, like white sapphires for example. It's clear it means "not a natural diamond," but according to the FTC rules, they're supposed to be explicit about what the stone actually is.

[@VC-jb8mc]

@@laura121684 obviously, again "alternative"

[@selenabecerra2130]

🤣

[@AngelOfMusic20]

Nah that's arbitrary lol

[@karCot]

Really? so much for a rock, I asked my husband not to get me a ring, instead I opted for furniture for our new home and to start a business. Best engagement present ever..

[@itsnotmeitsyou8271]

Smart girl 👍 i did something similair when i got married. Now, going on 25 years later im ready for my bling and its going to be a lab created diamond 😃! I figure after 25 years ive earned it.

[@karCot]

@@itsnotmeitsyou8271 RESPECT 👸

[@Indusxstan]

😎smart girl!

[@thelittleittybittypityshow6380]

Do you have any sisters? Single ones?

[@karCot]

@@thelittleittybittypityshow6380 lol 😄

[@annaswanson5903]

The outrage of thinking you’re getting a blood diamond only to find that it was made by a chemist in a lab

[@erinhewitt1269]

Watch out for Kay jeweler too !! They switch your stone to cheaper one.

[@Skills50]

He bought her a fake ring and now we're here..

[@Alexander_l322]

'I swear i thought it was a real stone honey!'

[@JamesBiggar]

'They' bought it.

[@islandpunch9465]

Skills pretty much lol

[@nftglobal]

It’s a real diamond tho they’re identical

[@JudeMaui]

If it was grown in a lab...same elements involved. Snooty lady

[@tnpreston]

They would prefer a poor African child fetch the diamond..

[@nancyaneke1346]

OwenWilsonsNose I know right? The privilege...the ungratefulness...the entitlement....SMH!! I was so discomforted by her ignorance/lack of concern for her slaves.

[@JEAthePrince]

Damn right. Its not like they have industrialized areas with grown men doing the work.

[@JAydUBr6]

This lady should be grateful, I can't even afford a moissanite right now.

[@mariakristinahawl1640]

A lab diamond IS a diamond. A simulated diamond is NOT a diamond at all. A CZ is a "simulant", and I'd be pissed too because a CZ is plastic. The reporter is wrong. Lab diamonds CAN have inclusions because it all depends on the diamond seed it grows from.

[@PapiSmerf]

They should require warnings describing the working conditions and market monopolies in the diamond industry every time you go to buy a natural diamond. Fair is fair.

[@HalfSith]

Yeah I cant believe this story didnt bring up anything about the reason behind having these alternate diamonds.

[@hopegold883]

Excellent point!

[@gcc2313]

Exactly I don’t understand why no one mentions this. That way you can support local miners that don’t get exploited. And avoid those with bad working conditions.

[@toyajackson556]

& how much money (if any) the exploited worker or slave got per day of labor.

[@yvonnep.5194]

Yes 👏🏼

[@Terrible_ryan]

This dude is really sticking to his story. lol

[@hoperobinson2760]

What do you mean? If you are talking about the couple, they picked out the ring together.

[@ashleyp.1140]

I agree with Ryan lol

[@favioladelatorre4174]

🤣🤣💀

[@taylorroberts7378]

@@hoperobinson2760 if they bought the ring togther why would she take it to a jeweler and ask "what can you tell me about this ring" seems odd.

[@gillypiexo]

@@taylorroberts7378 I know! after she said that she took it to a jeweler, I was like waiting for her to say why? Spill the Tea !? I guess she never had a diamond, no one in her family had ever had a diamond? Still, meh

[@brismuvela3631]

The diamond in her ring, is a diamond in every way. 🤦🏻‍♀️

[@more2me100]

1:15 lab diamonds are still diamonds! Jewelry stores love saying it’s not a “real diamond” before they want to hike up the prices for a mined diamond that can be problematic!

[@emmawatt9500]

As soon as I heard “bought at the mall” I knew it probably was lab created

[@Mr.Chezzz]

True love doesn’t require something materialistic but that’s my opinion.

[@stefannydvorak7919]

Mr. Chez Especially when said material things come fron such an unethical place as most diamonds.... I can’t believe people still support that disgusting industry.

[@Thatgirlcodes]

Think it’s less that and more that they probably paid more for a natural and weren’t given that

[@paigeconnelly4244]

A diamond made under lab conditions is more pure than a diamond made under the Earth because in a lab, the setting is free of impurities and the pressure and temperature is constant. That's how they they can tell - the more wonky and imperfect the diamond is, the more likely it came from the earth. She's really out here complaining that her diamond is too perfect.

[@carolynd.3405]

My daugter is a chemical engineer and she told her fiance she wanted a Lab-created diamond specifically! It's beautiful and she loves it!

[@runvnc208]

So basically the mined diamonds cost more and have imperfections that the lab-created diamonds do not. The whole thing is a scam.

[@Jen-lc5yc]

@yfz450rx I agree. Lab created are pretty. I prefer Moissianite, so I bought a lab created one. ( Didnt have time to chase a meteor 😌)

[@AmandaKayHowell]

A true real lab created diamond would actually cost more then a real diamond, or at least they use to. They weren't cheap to make!

[@GJR30]

i have not encountered a lab created diamond yet. but this is just a thing i picked up is that if a diamond is perfect no black spots whatsoever then it's lab created. still learning more about as i go with my field of work. but natural diamonds are always worth it because it came out of the earth. so we have to wait and see what happens.

[@AmandaKayHowell]

@@GJR30 I think it needs to be pointed out that there are synthetic diamonds which look like diamonds but are not made of the same components as diamonds and a Lab Created Diamond that is a diamond through and through besides the fact it is made in a lab. In my understanding lab created diamond are expensive (and yes, perfect) but synthetic diamonds are practically a dime a dozen... I'm assuming most people here are talking about synthetic diamonds as they are everywhere. Lab created diamonds are worth more then real mined natural diamonds. I personally prefer vintage/antique natural mined diamonds.

[@Confettifun]

Why does she care? She isnt going to make any money off the stupid ring anyways

[@elmagnificodep]

They wanted to build an extension on their trailer.

[@mermaid30019]

If the day comes where she has to sell it she'll find out the values of diamonds are truly worth nothing

[@chubbybunny6975]

The reason this is important to me honestly, is because you know damn well that there's companies out there that would try to charge you thousands for a diamond that only cost $50 to make in a lab, selling it under the pretense that it's a "natural" diamond. There are so many other gemstones out there that are naturally mined that are ACTUALLY worth their value, but diamonds ain't one of em sis.

[@melig17]

Lab diamonds are an awesome creation! It’s the exact same rock for a cheaper price; what’s not to like? It’s just made differently!

[@elizabethmelo6261]

We live in a such a materialistic society! There are so many other important things in life than owning diamonds, & when we die we can't take anything with us!

[@fiddlesticksbessette398]

WELL,YOU CAN,BUT''THE GRAVE DIGGER'S WILL GET IT,LOL

[@zoluz9165]

FiddleStick's bessette heh. Forgot grave digging was a thing.

[@broklynchedur8757]

I'm taking my secrets, and every one else's.

[@gotskinn]

I agree. My husband wears his ring...but I never do. I cook & wash dishes constantly. I think rings are for people making a statement or to control their partner. Its silly.

[@deliciaestes8555]

Elizabeth melody, Think about the "celebrities " with their million dollar diamond engagement rings and their marriages dont last a couple of years. These demonic hypocrites make me want to 🤮

[@rosecat5638]

“Oh no I got duped by a sales person who sold me a fake rock at the mall” -imma place this item here for those people 👉 🎻

[@johnjacob688]

Sure, just let companies get away with lying.

[@Katetotherescue]

I agree Rose I think he was trying to save face when his girl found out it was a faux diamond!

[@Katetotherescue]

@@johnjacob688 The phrase "Diamond Alternative" is pretty clear if you ask me.

[@johnjacob688]

@@Katetotherescue Its also pretty clear from the video that the dealer never disclosed it was a "Diamond Alternative".

[@Katetotherescue]

@@johnjacob688 Tbh we have no clue what the sales person said to this guy. The sales person could have been honest and then hubby just didn't want to admit to his wife that he knowingly didn't get a natural diamond. Or maybe the salesperson was being vague what the stone was, we just don't know. But what I was referencing was the term that one of the online retailers used which was written all over their site. The phrase "Diamond Alternative" seems pretty clear to me that you are not getting a natural diamond. And I personally don't think that particular dealer needs to amend their wording.

[@Bigfish1day]

Guess we should stop buying diamonds for weddings and engagements🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@jordanfinzi]

They are both Diamonds because they both have the elements of diamonds!

[@gioraus]

The media used the word “simulated diamond”. Very very misleading. Both mined and lab-created diamond are BOTH REAL DIAMOND. Media keep using wrong words. “Simulated diamond” meaning CZ, Moissanite...etc that looks like diamond but is not a real diamond. Please beware of the terms consumers.

[@carolynlyfordsullivan1377]

Thank you .It is irritating that the media uses the term simulated and lab-grown interchangeably. Lab-grown is a diamond. Simulated is not. I really believe that major companies like De Beers wants to keep a stranglehold on the diamond industry. Diamonds aren't even rare. The media should know better.

[@gioraus]

@@alelaeduplasey9468 When you sell natural mined diamond, you also loose a lot of value unless your diamond is at 3ct and more with rare grading. Otherwise most diamond would loose its value if it's obtainable grade. If you buy lab-created diamond, you're not spending much anyway, so you don't loose that much. It's the person who sells at the retail makes the profit, try sell one privately yourself and see what you get from mind diamond.....

[@gioraus]

@@alelaeduplasey9468 if you have an earth mined diamond with the same cost as lab created diamond for example.... the earth mind diamond has lots of inclusion and lab-created is very clean... which one would you choose? love to hear your thoughts about this.

[@carolynlyfordsullivan1377]

@@alelaeduplasey9468 It is always preference . Mined diamonds will have it's flaws . At the same time it is mined . If you are a women of means then a beautiful 2+ mined stone is a great choice . A diamond ring as such is not an investment piece . A 15 ,000.00 dollar ring that is mined would be beautiful . A lab grown diamond for 4,000.00 - 5,000.00 will give you the same stone but it will be flawless . People need to know what they are buying . So , many things effect how a mined diamond appears . Really it is preference . Go with your heart .

[@gioraus]

@@alelaeduplasey9468 Good choice, I respect that. It really is a personal choice. Bare in mind that both mined and lab-created both don't hold value. Value is created by perception just like a house, how much does a house worth? well it depend on how much the buyer wants to pay, there isn't a standard.

[@koriandr22]

This really isn’t news. Like who cares.

[@kellharris2491]

Because it's less valuable. The couple is getting ripped off on the price.

[@ChillingWithMel22]

Koriand'r Johnson The person buying a fake diamond cares some people might not know there is anything wrong with the diamond they purchased. There is nothing wrong with warning people about what could possibly happen when purchasing a diamond!!

[@Ladyscarface]

The lady with highlighter all over her nose clearly cares and so does the news stations 🤣

[@Ladyscarface]

@@ChillingWithMel22 it's not a fake.. learn to pay attention or maybe operate google

[@ChillingWithMel22]

Lady Scarface obviously I know hence the name of the KZbin video you obviously did not read my post or watched this KZbin video or read the comment that I was responding to come on and wake up girl!!!

[@casstay4499]

I figured the younger generation understand they are getting a lab diamond. They all want huge diamonds at half the cost. Most of the diamonds I see the young ladies wearing would not be within reach years ago at natural diamond prices. Also, there is less “human cost” with a lab grown diamond. Which who wants suffering when it comes to their rock.. Lest we be reminded of “the hope diamond”

[@eduardousa58]

I bought an engagement ring for $2800 at Kay’s... my girl loves it!!! Dnt really care how it’s made as long as it’s a real diamond

[@TeslaRoger]

Honestly who cares if it's real. If anything I'd rather have a lab one. No blood on those

[@chuckguerin8141]

Diamonds are diamonds. There are enough already mined, to give free diamonds to every single human alive. Diamonds are one of the biggest jokes on mankind.

[@Viperwon]

They're not "rare" at all. Its a bunch of bs

[@lanzer22]

As proven by their resale value

[@brookswade5774]

Jewelry is way overpriced anyway. Retailers play on buyers emotions and take advantage of you, just like funeral homes.

[@Lik3ToSing]

Lab diamonds is still very expensive. How much does it cost them to make it? Have you questioned who monopoly the market?

[@danz139]

I'd rather buy lab created, diamond or moissinite.

[@steeviem1835]

Me too

[@chilipepper3924]

Why

[@ruthosornio7779]

Lab created is prettier than monnisante...but monnisante is cheaper....I just don't like the fire of a monnisante

[@ladydruyear]

The amount spent on that ring could have been spent on a down payment on a home.

[@AAA-tk8sk]

Spoken like a true lib: Telling people how and on what to spend their money!! LOLOL

[@elmagnificodep]

AAA, What do politics have to do with their statement? They were walking through a trailer park. As someone that lived in a trailer but now owns two houses, it wouldn't be a bad idea. It is their money to waste if they want though.

[@spirahsass]

I’m ok with the fact retailers have to disclose whether diamonds are natural or labmade...I’ll buy the one with less blood on its hands

[@lady6164]

I want my diamond to cost more than my house too girl. The shock and outrage!!!

[@PavusthePug]

Me, someone who clearly is never going to get married: why tf am I watching this

[@Dragonfruit260]

Pavus The Pug 😂😂

[@azteca6695]

That what George Clooney said......

[@Xeptar]

Unless you are skilled swordsman, best not to get into a marriage fights or sleep in the house that day lol

[@fiddlesticksbessette398]

WE DONT KNOW.WTF ARE YOU.??

[@kristinradams7109]

Good luck with your future marriage, and don't listen to these assholes who are just trying to sell you on something you don't want to buy into. Mainly the hype over diamonds being worth more or less. Either way, it's just hype, and not that important in the long run. Cheers!

[@jjdjj5392]

The left one she picked was NOT a natural diamond. She was talking so much she didnt give the other lady a chance to explain it...

[@mollyram2997]

lol

[@AshGreen359]

What is wrong with a lab grown diamond? From what I know, they are better quality

[@teaareuh]

Dude is sweating... He's like "this is going too far! It was cheaper to get her the lab rock. Don't let her know I was in on the switch"

[@T.D.8]

They went together to buy it. She was there too. This is such a first world problem.

[@powerralley]

I feel like I can't feel bad for the couple until I know how much they spent on it. Not saying I don't feel for them, but $200 for a few carrot diamond has to imply something.

[@Anteroization]

the consumer who is not educated, can fall to predators.

[@rerejones9095]

Overtime a lot of these lab created diamonds turn a milky white all of mine did. But my natural diamonds that I do have that I’ve had for many years still look brand new.

[@Silkendrum]

You didn't get lab diamonds, then. You were cheated.

[@marias.9472]

I’m confused it’s still chemically a diamond though isn’t it? Plus this way no one had to die especially children in order just for her to have a shiny object on her finger🤦🏻‍♀️. Lab made Diamonds aren’t a new thing either I thought everybody was completely aware of their existence.

[@cjmittele855]

I feel like if it wasn't an "authentic" diamond... The cost would be a pretty obvious sign.

[@cjmittele855]

Smileyrie James Unfortunately No... 😂😂😂 But I’m sure you could bring it on Pawn Stars, make up some story of how it belonged to the wife of Robert E. Lee and sell it (I’ve been going down Pawn Star rabbit holes, it was fresh on my mind) 😂😂

[@rumblefish9]

Lab grown diamonds are authentic diamonds. Same chemical make up. So please stop using "authentic".

[@evachou723]

When we die everything go back to soil.

[@BrookeBaubles]

"I loved my ring until I found out that it was ethically sourced. I'm a victim." 😒

[@evettechampion5214]

Moissanite's are equally as hard, equally as sparkly and beautiful. And it's made in a lab. I told my fiance that I didnt want a diamond because they're so expensive and common. Luckily, I got my engagement and band at a third of the price. I couldn't be happier.