Would you rather have a diamond that has been mined or created from personal carbon sources from you, a loved one, or pet?
DNA2 makes diamonds from a lock of hair or cremated ashes making your bling a little more special -- or for some it may just be creepy. Interestingly the diamonds that are created do get certified by the GIA (Gem Institute of America). The diamonds are available in three distinct colors: cognac, red and yellow-green. Each stone can be cut into a Radiant, Princess or Brilliant diamond ranging in size from 0.25 to 2.0 carats. I'm just not sure I would want such a personalized piece of jewelry -- it is one thing to choose to wear someone's birthstone or a family heirloom that has been passed down but sporting someone else's DNA is a bit strange to me.
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reallytorkedoff Sep 24th 2009 6:49PM
These diamonds are NOT created from DNA per se. They are created from carbon (like all diamonds) which may or may not come from DNA.
They can get the carbon from hair or cremation ashes. The ashes will, of course, not have identifiable DNA and the DNA in hair is very difficult to extract (as I understand the process).
If the GIA does indeed 'certify' them, they will no doubt be certified as synthetic. The important info from the GIA would be weight, clarity, color, cut, etc.
It may be novel, but I agree with Ms. Malesich. It's a little creepy.
TheresaB Sep 25th 2009 8:34AM
I think this is a great idea. I have lost two dogs recently and didn't just want to bury their ashes in the backyard or put them up on a shelf in the living room. A memorial like this is perfect for how I want to remember my dogs, who were like my kids! I've heard of people that carry the cremated ashes of a family member around in a little vial around their neck...that, I think is creepy...but, to each his own. Who's to say how we mourn or whether burial is right vs. cremation. It's a personal choice. A very personal choice. For me, I'll go with the diamonds...