What Are Cremation Diamonds and How Do They Work

Cremation diamonds offer a quiet way to hold on to someone who meant the world to you. Made from a small part of a person’s ashes or hair, they become a real diamond you can wear, touch, or keep close. These stones are often chosen because they last and carry deep meaning, unlike anything off the shelf.

For many, this idea brings up questions. How can ashes become a diamond? What does the process involve? It might sound hard to imagine at first, especially during a time of grief, but understanding how cremation diamonds are made can bring comfort. It shows that remembering someone doesn’t always need to stay in the past. Sometimes it can become a part of daily life.

What Makes a Diamond from Ashes

A cremation diamond begins with carbon. That’s what all diamonds are made from, whether they form under the earth or in a lab. Human and animal remains naturally carry carbon, and we can carefully collect it from ashes or hair to begin the process.

• The carbon is gently separated from the rest of the materials in the sample
• It’s then purified several times to remove anything that might get in the way of diamond growth
• The purified carbon is placed into high pressure and high heat, copying the natural forces deep under the earth
• Over time, a diamond crystal forms and can be shaped just like a mined stone

The biggest difference is what the diamond means, not how it looks. When you hold a cremation diamond, you’re holding something that was once part of someone you loved.

How the Process Begins

Starting something like this can feel overwhelming, especially when loss is recent. That’s why the early steps are made to be simple and respectful. There is no need to worry about figuring out every detail alone. Most families find that once they’ve taken the first step, things become clearer bit by bit.

• You begin by collecting a small sample of ashes or hair, often placed in a sealed pouch or container
• Guidance is available along the way, whether it’s help choosing materials or understanding how long it might take
• You’re never rushed and can ask as many questions as needed before making any decision
• For families in Singapore, speaking to someone locally often makes the experience feel more grounded and personal

We, at Together Diamonds, located at Excelsior Shopping Centre, are Singapore’s first locally-owned provider specialising in the transformation of ashes, hair, or fur into lab-grown diamonds. We follow a transparent process and provide guaranteed diamond quality with IGI certification so you know your keepsake is genuine and lasting.

Even small comforts can make a big difference. Being able to talk in your own time, in your own language, or at your own pace helps people feel more at ease with such a meaningful decision.

Choosing the Look and Feel of the Diamond

What makes each cremation diamond unique isn’t just who it comes from, but how it’s shaped after. Colour, size, and cut all play a part in telling the story. Some people want something soft and quiet. Others want brightness that reflects personality. Either way, there’s no right or wrong.

• Colours can range depending on trace elements in the ashes, but some families select from white, blue, yellow or pink hues
• Common shapes include round, heart, square, oval and pear
• Each shape brings out a different feeling, from classic to romantic, or something modern and calm
• Once it’s ready, the diamond can be placed into rings, pendant necklaces, earrings, or even simple display cases

It becomes something you can touch and see, without it ever feeling decorative or cold. It often carries a calm kind of meaning that doesn’t need to be explained to others.

Why People Choose This Type of Memorial

There is no right way to grieve or remember someone. Traditional urns or framed photos work for some, but not everyone. For many people, cremation diamonds offer a quiet and gentle option that fits more naturally into daily life.

• It allows you to carry a part of someone without needing to say much out loud
• The diamond can be worn daily, tucked under clothing, or kept close for private moments
• In warm places like Singapore, jewellery is a familiar way to hold on to special objects without extra fuss
• Having something small and solid gives people a way to connect without needing to look back through pictures or letters

It’s a way to make space for a memory that doesn’t need a place on a shelf. Instead, it fits into what life looks like now.

The Personal Meaning Behind the Stone

Cremation diamonds hold meaning far beyond the science that makes them possible. Behind every stone is a story. The material might be from a family member, a pet, or a loved one whose memory brings both comfort and ache. Each gem carries more than carbon. It reflects care, remembrance, and quiet choices made with love.

• People often say that holding their diamond brings calm on hard days
• Choosing the colour or setting together as a family can be part of healing
• Whether worn or stored safely in a special box, the stone becomes a steady presence
• Some pass the diamond on across generations, letting it become more than one person’s memory

It’s not about replacing grief or pushing it away. It’s about giving that love a form you can reach for when you need it most.

A Gentle Way to Keep Someone Close

After someone is gone, everything changes. Schedules, habits, small details like who makes tea in the morning can suddenly feel new and strange. Having something from them that feels familiar, something that’s part of them, can bring a bit of stillness inside the new normal.

Cremation diamonds aren’t loud or flashy. They’re quiet reminders, shaped by care and made to last. For many, it’s not just a keepsake. It’s a way to carry someone forward, not leave them behind. When something so personal fits in your fingers, your pocket, or around your neck, it makes memory feel easier to hold.

At Together Diamond, we know how meaningful it is to keep something close that carries deep significance. Many people in Singapore embrace this as a lasting way to honour a loved one’s memory with heartfelt care. To discover how our process for creating cremation diamonds can help you create a special tribute, reach out to us when you’re ready. We’ll guide you every step of the way.