To qualify as high jewellery, a piece must embody key elements: a significant gemstone; an innovative or technically ambitious construction; a statement design that captivates; a feat of design imagination that tells a story; or impeccable finishing with meticulous attention to detail.
Read MoreLab-grown diamonds are dulling the sparkle of the real thing.
The jewellery trend is taking over the traditional diamond market, mainly due to their cheaper price.
Auckland's Holland & Co Fine Jewellery owner Greg Holland told Mike Hosking people can't tell the difference between lab grown and real with the naked eye.
He says someone would need strong magnifying equipment to see the growth lines on manmade ones.
Read MoreRhodium plating is a common practice in the jewellery industry, especially for mass-produced engagement rings and diamond rings, to enhance the appearance of white gold. While this process can initially make jewellery these rings look more brilliant and shiny, it is not a permanent solution.
Read MoreThe only difference is the origin. My job is to present you with the best quality coloured stone or diamond, be it lab-grown or natural, in order for you to make the right decision to suit whatever budget you have.
Read More
