About
Memorial Diamonds USA offers a deeply personal memorial service that transforms cremated remains or hair into 100% genuine, laboratory-grown diamonds. Because carbon accounts for approximately 18% of the human body, skilled lab technicians in Houston extract that carbon and use it to grow real diamonds certified to the same international standards (IGI & GIA) as traditionally mined stones. Customers can choose from six diamond colors — clear, blue, red, black, yellow, and green — across a range of carat sizes. Pricing starts at $495 for yellow diamonds and scales with size and color, up to $18,995 for larger stones. Every memorial diamond includes a complimentary jewelry setting: a pendant necklace or solitaire ring in rose gold, yellow gold, or silver, presented in a handsome leather-bound case. The ordering process begins with a free collection kit. Customers send cremated remains or hair to the lab, where technicians grow the diamond over three to eight months. Once complete, the diamond is polished, optionally set, graded, certified, and delivered via secure, fully insured shipping. Memorial Diamonds USA extends this service to beloved pets, following the identical process and quality standards. A 60-day, 100% satisfaction guarantee provides peace of mind for every order. Many clients describe receiving their memorial diamond as a meaningful step in healing from grief — a tangible, generational keepsake that preserves a loved one's memory for a lifetime.
Key Features
- Diamonds From Cremated Remains or Hair: Carbon is extracted from cremated remains or hair and used to grow 100% genuine diamonds in a Houston-based laboratory.
- Six Color Options: Choose from clear, blue, red, black, yellow, or green memorial diamonds across a wide range of carat sizes to match your preferences.
- Free Jewelry Setting Included: Every diamond comes with a complimentary pendant necklace or solitaire ring in rose gold, yellow gold, or silver, presented in a leather-bound case.
- IGI & GIA Certified Quality: All memorial diamonds are graded and certified to the same international standards applied to traditionally mined diamonds.
- Pet Memorial Diamonds: The complete diamond creation service is also available for pets, using their cremated remains or hair with the same quality standards.
Use Cases
- Creating a lasting, wearable memorial keepsake from the cremated remains of a deceased family member or friend.
- Honoring a beloved pet by transforming their ashes or hair into a certified memorial diamond.
- Crafting a generational family heirloom that carries the memory of a loved one across future generations.
- Finding a meaningful, tangible connection to a lost loved one as part of the grief healing journey.
- Gifting a memorial diamond to other family members as a shared tribute to a commonly loved person or pet.
Pros
- Accessible Starting Price: Yellow memorial diamonds start at just $495, making this meaningful tribute available to a wide range of families.
- Free Jewelry Setting Adds Value: The complimentary ring or pendant necklace setting — normally a significant additional cost — is included with every diamond purchase.
- 60-Day Satisfaction Guarantee: A full 100% satisfaction guarantee for 60 days gives customers confidence when making this deeply personal and emotional purchase.
- Internationally Certified Diamonds: IGI & GIA grading and certification ensures each memorial diamond meets rigorous, universally recognized quality standards.
Cons
- Long Processing Time: Growing a memorial diamond takes three to eight months, requiring significant patience during an already difficult time.
- Premium Cost for Larger Stones: Larger carat sizes can reach up to $18,995, which may be out of reach for some families despite the lower entry price.
- Online-Only Service: There are no physical showrooms or storefronts, so customers must complete the entire journey — including sending remains — through a remote process.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are memorial diamonds real diamonds?
Yes. Memorial diamonds are 100% genuine diamonds grown from the carbon extracted from cremated remains or hair. They are graded and certified to international IGI & GIA standards, identical to those applied to mined diamonds.
Can you create memorial diamonds from pet ashes?
Yes. Memorial Diamonds USA offers the same service for beloved pets. Simply select a color and carat size, and a free collection kit will be shipped to you to begin the process.
How long does the memorial diamond process take?
The diamond growth process typically takes three to eight months, depending on the color and carat size selected.
What jewelry settings are available and are they really free?
Every memorial diamond includes a complimentary jewelry setting — either a pendant necklace or a solitaire ring — available in rose gold, yellow gold, or silver. The setting is presented in a beautiful leather-bound case at no extra charge.
How much carbon or ash is needed to create a diamond?
Customers can send all of their loved one's cremated remains (the remainder will be returned) or order a free collection kit to provide the necessary material. The lab extracts only the carbon needed to grow your diamond.
