Welcome to ALTR

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Are created diamonds a new phenomenon?

No, diamonds were first created in a lab at General Electric in the 1950’s. However they weren’t gems of a quality that could be used in jewelry. Different variations of that process have been used ever since to produce industrial diamonds to be used for abrasives and manufacturing. Over the past few decades, the methods have been perfected, but only in the last few years has it been possible to produce large white gem quality diamonds that meet or surpass natural diamonds in terms of desirability and beauty. So while lab-grown diamonds have existed for many years, they have only recently become viable for fine jewelry

How are ALTR created diamonds different from mined diamonds?

ALTR created diamonds are man made, and are produced by simulating natural conditions of extreme heat and pressure or chemical vapor deposition. So the process by  which the diamonds are grown is different but the resulting lab created diamond is exactly the same as a diamond mined from the earth. Both mined and created diamonds are identical in chemical, optical and physical composition.

How are ALTR diamonds created?

We use two proprietary methods. In the first, the diamonds are created by replicating certain favorable conditions that naturally exist between 87 and 118 miles below the earth’s surface, in the mantle of the earth. A sliver of an existing high quality diamond, otherwise known as a seed, is placed in an environment that contains a specific recipe of carbon compounds at great pressures and temperatures. This process is called High Pressure High Temperature (HPHT). We also use a second method, called Chemical Vapor Deposition (CVD), wherein the crystals are formed in layers like semiconductors. Each process results in a different kind of diamond and we employ both methods based on the specific gem required for a piece of jewelry. Both methods result in the creation of a real rough diamond with all the natural properties of a mined diamond.

What is the difference between a simulant and an ALTR created diamond?

ALTR Created Diamonds and gem quality earth-mined diamonds are both composed of incredibly pure crystal carbon as a single crystal. Simulants may look somewhat similar to the untrained eye, but the material is completely different, with different physical properties. Unlike a simulant, a created diamond’s refraction and hardness is identical to that of a natural diamond.  ALTR created diamonds are 100% authentic real diamonds; in contrast, diamond-like materials such as Cubic Zirconium, Moissanite and other diamond-coated materials, are not real diamonds.

If ALTR created diamonds are exactly the same as mined diamonds why are they classified separately?

While there is no difference between a mined and a created diamond, we are committed to complete transparency and believe in protecting our consumer’s ability to make an informed choice. Full disclosure is always in the best interests of both the consumer and the industry. In order to make sure our customer is well-informed about their choices, our industry is bound by law and ethics to clearly disclose whether a diamond is lab-grown or Earth-mined.

How much time does it take to create a diamond in the laboratory?

Depending on the color and size, it can take between 30-60 days to create a diamond in the laboratory.

What certification authenticates ALTR Created Diamonds?

ALTR created diamonds are graded with the same standards as mined diamonds and carry certifications from Gem Certification and Assurance Lab (GCAL) .

How does an ALTR created diamond enhance personalization?

With over 48 exclusive patented cuts, ALTR radically increases a customer’s options to personalize or customize jewelry. Our diamonds can be created in a variety of colors, cuts and sizes to fit a specific design as well.

Do ALTR created diamonds have unique inscriptions for easy identification?

Yes, each ALTR created diamond over 0.70 ct has a unique ID inscribed on the diamond itself.  This information is detailed in your certificate so you can always identify your diamond with the help of a jeweler.

Are ALTR created diamonds available in a variety of sizes?

Yes. Starting from 0.01 carat to 10 carat, ALTR created diamonds can be grown in a variety of sizes. We specialize specifically in large stones that can be a centerpiece for a stunning jewelry design.

Are ALTR created diamonds available in a variety of shapes?

Yes, ALTR produces diamonds in a variety of modern patented and traditional shapes such as round, cushion, princess, ovals, pear, marquise, and emerald.

Does ALTR create diamond jewelry?

Yes. ALTR is part of R A RIAM Group, experts with over 89 years of experience in fine jewelry design. The same expertise has helped establish the jewelry design arm of ALTR. Our jewelry pieces are designed using recycled gold and 100% created diamonds. We are especially invested in evolving jewelry design to bring new excitement to the diamond jewelry industry.

How is ALTR different from other lab-grown diamonds companies?

ALTR is the only vertically aligned created diamond brand that is a complete and exclusive solution for loose created diamonds and fine jewelry.
• We have a well appointed dedicated manufacturing infrastructure where we grow our own diamonds.
• We enhance desirability through our range of created diamonds that qualify as a premium choice for affordable luxury.
• We start with a diamond seed and finish with handset fine jewelry because we understand the value that design brings to our pieces.

Why is ALTR created diamonds the future of diamond industry and luxury?

We are true disruptors. We not only started a conversation about lab-grown diamonds. We inspired an entire industry to evolve in a brave new direction.  Our mission from the outset has always been to honor our heritage of craftsmanship, while innovating new ways to create the world’s most beautiful and purest diamonds. We’re not just doing things in a better way, we are reinventing the diamond industry.

How are ALTR Created Diamonds fueling desire for diamonds?

Our parent group has been creating diamond jewelry for decades. Our highly regarded design house is creating an ever-increasing list of patented cuts that are the inspiration to create modern, aesthetically superior fine jewelry. Our pieces are coveted for their brilliance, design, aesthetics, manufacturing finesse and for being made solely with created diamonds.

In addition to being a leading supplier of created diamonds, does ALTR also design and market jewelry?

Yes. As a brand that is working towards widening the horizon of the diamond industry as a whole, our aim is to ensure that diamonds increase in value and remain the cherished and precious investment they have always been. With that focus in mind, we realized that it is through exceptional and innovative design that a piece increases in value. This is why we developed, along with a dedicated growing infrastructure, a devoted design facility that focuses on creating modern, beautiful jewelry that appeals to our customers through the new interpretation of timelessness.

Why do ALTR diamonds shine brighter?

The reason people fall in love with an ALTR diamond is because there’s an immediate emotional reaction to seeing the size, quality and purity of the gem. Less than 2% of all diamonds in the world are type IIa ; but every ALTR diamond is of that quality. ALTR created diamonds are more than merely accessories: the impact of a seeing a type IIa diamond is a catalyst that ignites an inner transformation. When she’s wearing an ALTR diamond, she shines brighter, from within.

Are ALTR created diamonds available worldwide?

Yes. ALTR is headquartered in New York and has distribution links across North America, Europe, Asia, Australia and Africa. We create a broad range of jewelry for a wide, global audience. Our innovative marketing programs are effectively inciting increased demand for diamonds all over the world.