In-depth articles on how memorial diamonds are made, what to expect, and how to choose the right option for you — written by the team at THE SILMARIL.
The most common message we receive begins "I wish I had known." A gentle, practical guide to collecting fur during the senior years, before euthanasia, at the vet, or even after cremation — so every option stays open.
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An honest comparison of the main keepsake options for New Zealand families — ash-holding jewellery, infused glass and resin, and hair-grown diamonds — covering cost, durability, and how to choose what fits.
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A complete explanation of every step of the memorial diamond process — from carbon extraction and purification through HPHT crystal growth to the finished stone. Includes the science behind why hair becomes a real diamond.
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The practical guide to hair requirements: approximately 10g for human hair, approximately 20g for pet fur. Covers how to collect, store, and send your sample — and what to do if you're not sure you have enough.
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