Asha Diamonds: About Asha Diamond Simulant Rings
Since we’re on the topic of manmade diamond simulant producers this week, I thought we’d take a look at Asha Diamonds. If you’re looking for an alternative to a “real” diamond engagement or wedding ring, Asha Diamonds will be one of the first places you’ll look (along with Diamond Nexus Labs). Based in Las Vegas, they don’t have a storefront presence, so customer service is provided live online through the website or through email. They also have a partner company called Moissanite Co. which specializes in moissanite, a topic for another day.
As much as I enjoy all forms of simulated jewelry, I’m not a scientist, so once I start seeing words like “spectrometer” and “laboratory data,” I start to zone out. But basically, the types of gemstones created by Asha are distinguished from cubic zirconia and moissanite by their chemical composition, particularly the use of carbon. Carbon contributes to bonding, coating, sealing and optical characteristics, as well as affecting the hardness of the stone. This makes Asha Diamonds harder, clearer and more resistant to wear and chipping than your standard cubic zirconia. Each simulated diamond company has their own proprietary or patented process for creating these gemstones. But don’t get too caught up in the science. At the end of the day, the most important thing is that you love your ring or other jewelry, and will appreciate its sparkle, clarity, quality and design for years to come.
While Asha carries earrings, pendants and necklaces suitable for the important occasions in your life, their specialty seems to be in solitaire, engagement and three stone rings, as well as wedding ring sets. Prices of course will vary depending on ring size, carat weight and setting, and are considerably higher than what you’d pay for a comparable cubic zirconia, but less than what you’d pay for a similar diamond ring.
Purchasing a wedding or engagement ring online these days is very typical. Whether it’s from Asha Diamonds or another manmade diamond company, keep in mind warranty and return policies, loyalty programs, payment plans and customer service responsiveness, particularly when it comes to educating you about their product. The most important thing is that you feel comfortable and happy with your purchase.
We’ve never shopped there, but if you’ve had any experience with Asha Diamonds, please tell us about it!
