HRD Antwerp just shook the diamond world 😱
Starting in 2026, the lab will stop grading loose lab-grown diamonds entirely.
Yep, no more certificates for synthetic stones 💥
Why? They're going all-in on natural diamonds.
“This is a strategic shift,” said CEO Ellen Joncheere.
From 2026, only jewelry with lab diamonds might still get graded.
Loose lab-grown? Not anymore ❌
The Antwerp World Diamond Centre calls it a bold move to protect the natural diamond market 🛡️
Their CEO Karen Rentmeesters says this will help rebuild trust and clarity in the industry 🌍
While lab-grown diamonds are cheaper and seen as eco-friendly,
many feel the lines have gotten too blurry 🌀
Now HRD is drawing that line in the sand 🪨
This move could totally reshape how the industry values authentic sparkle 💫
Is this the start of a bigger trend?