Lab-grown diamonds are no longer a niche choice—they’ve become the new norm for many couples. According to a survey of U.S. consumers by The Knot, more than half of respondents in 2024 said their engagement rings featured a lab-grown diamond center stone, a jump from 46% in 2023 and just 12% in 2019. Industry insiders echo this shift. “In 2024, 52% of all engaged couples chose a lab-grown diamond engagement ring, which was a 6% increase from 2023,” explains Akshie Jhaveri, founder of Grown Brilliance. “In 2025, we can assume this trend will continue, with as many as 60% of couples opting for lab-grown diamonds over mined diamonds.”
And the appeal goes well beyond engagements. As Bhumi Khimavat, founder and creative director of Miraki Jewels, points out, customers also choose lab-grown diamonds to mark anniversaries, celebrate milestones, or simply indulge in acts of self-love.
They’re real diamonds. The Federal Trade Commission ruled in 2020 that lab-grown diamonds are not “synthetic.” Chemically and structurally, they are identical to mined stones, and to the naked eye, indistinguishable. As Nadya Okamoto, a 27-year-old entrepreneur with 5 million online followers, shared after comparing a $140,000 mined diamond with a $20,000 lab-grown version: “If you showed me a natural versus a lab, I couldn’t tell you the difference.”
They’re dramatically more affordable. A 3-carat natural diamond with top cut, color, and clarity can cost upward of $60,000, while a comparable lab-grown diamond is closer to $3,000. For many younger shoppers navigating today’s economy, the math is simple. They don’t want to break the bank and pay three months of their salary on just one engagement ring, as De Beers have advertised for years.
They align with values. Younger generations are outspoken about sustainability and ethics. Unlike mined diamonds, lab-grown options avoid environmental damage and human rights concerns. Many are even produced using renewable energy, such as the 400 m²solar-powered facility in Shanwei, China where Mercery grows its stones.
For a generation that values transparency, sustainability, and individuality, lab-grown diamonds are not a compromise—they’re the smarter, more responsible choice.
As demand for lab-grown diamonds grows, so does the need for suppliers who deliver more than just stones. Mercery sets itself apart by offering a complete, value-driven partnership.
Mercery manages every step of production—from diamond growth to cutting, polishing, and final design. This end-to-end control ensures consistent quality, reduces costs by cutting out middlemen, and speeds up delivery times.
Our collections are designed for effortless stacking and layering, encouraging upselling and giving customers reasons to return. To support retailers, we provide ready-to-use photography for e-commerce and social media, along with custom design support to adapt bestsellers or create exclusive pieces tailored to each brand’s identity.
Because we oversee the entire process, we can offer diamonds in unique cuts, shapes, and colors, with full certification and traceability. This flexibility allows brands to deliver collections that stand out and resonate deeply with their audiences.
We embrace advanced techniques that redefine jewelry design. Our laser drilling treatment creates floating diamond effects at a fraction of traditional costs, while invisible settings highlight fancy shapes and colored stones with minimal obstruction. The result is jewelry that feels modern, fresh, and distinctly high-end.
At Mercery, sustainability isn’t an afterthought—it’s built into our operations. Our solar-powered facility generates over 100,000 kWh of renewable energy annually, cutting more than 100 tonnes of CO₂ emissions. By integrating clean energy, we ensure our diamonds aren’t just dazzling—they’re responsibly made.
Mercery offers the complete package — exceptional design, unmatched flexibility, and innovative craftsmanship. Beyond that, we provide professional jewelry display solutions to help your retail presentation stand out.
With Mercery, you’re not just sourcing lab-grown diamonds — you’re partnering with a team dedicated to helping your brand shine brighter in a competitive market.
Old Favorites, New Vibes
Chains are enjoying a major comeback—and this time, they’re bolder and more refined than ever. While influencer brands are reviving chunky, oversized designs from past decades, today’s chain trend brings a fresh perspective. It’s all about meticulous craftsmanship, innovative materials, and sculptural silhouettes that turn classic links into contemporary statement pieces.
As a leading gold chain manufacturer, Mercery creates pieces that adapt seamlessly to changing fashion trends. From bold statement chains to delicate layering options, our custom jewelry chains are designed for versatility and long-lasting appeal.
Available in a variety of materials (gold, silver, brass) and gold-plated options, our chains open up limitless merchandising opportunities for brands and jewelry designers. Whether sold as hero products or paired with complementary designs, they offer both visual impact and commercial performance.
We are more than a supplier—we are a complete manufacturing partner. Here’s what sets us apart:
Premium Materials – We use only certified precious metals, including gold, silver, and brass, pairing stylistic innovation with premium materials to deliver exceptional creations.
Complete In-House Production – With proprietary chain-making equipment, we control every stage of production, ensuring consistent quality, timely delivery, and rigorous testing for durability and tensile strength.
Customization at Scale – From concept sketches to finished products, we provide custom chain manufacturing in endless styles, lengths, and finishes to meet your market needs.
Ready to create your next best-selling collection? Explore our complete chain catalog or contact our team today to bring your ideas to life with Mercery.
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At Mercery, we’ve spent nearly 20 years crafting beautiful, high-quality jewelry. Along the way, we’ve seen how the industry has evolved—and how consumer values are shifting. Today, people want more than sparkle. They want transparency, sustainability, and ethical choices behind every stone.
That’s why we’ve integrated lab-grown gemstones into our material portfolio.
Colored gemstones are mined through a mix of large-scale, small-scale, and artisanal operations across nearly 50 countries. Along the way, these stones often change hands multiple times before reaching the end consumer. With such a complex and sometimes unregulated supply chain, it can be difficult to trace their origins or verify that they were sourced and produced responsibly.
With lab-grown gemstones, we eliminate the guesswork. There’s no need for destructive mining, no harm to ecosystems, no displaced communities. Just high-quality gemstones, grown in a lab under controlled conditions—and with a much lighter environmental footprint.
Our lab-grown gemstones are crafted to match the look and feel of natural stones. We start from the source, choosing high-quality raw gemstones, then cutting and shaping them in-house according to your exact needs. Whether you want classic faceted gems or smooth cabochons, we tailor each stone to bring out its unique charm.
Here’s what makes them truly stand out:
From deep emerald greens to soft pastel pinks, lab-grown gemstones come in a wide spectrum of bold and rich colors. Since they’re grown in a controlled environment, we can achieve color precision that’s hard to find in nature—making them perfect for custom designs or matching brand palettes.
Grown in a precise, controlled setting, lab-grown gemstones naturally develop with fewer internal flaws or visible marks. This leads to outstanding clarity—giving each stone a cleaner, brighter look that catches the light beautifully and elevates its overall brilliance.
Cutting gemstones isn’t just a technical process—it’s an art. At Mercery, our master cutters bring years of training and craftsmanship to every stone. Following our strict in-house standards, each lab-grown gem is meticulously hand-cut to bring out its best color, sparkle, and shape. From proportion and symmetry to the final polish, every detail is carefully refined to ensure maximum brilliance.
One of the biggest perks? More value for your money.
Lab-grown gemstones look and perform just like mined stones—but without the hefty price tag. That means your customers can enjoy luxury looks, sustainably sourced, at a friendlier price point.
We believe in making beautiful things, responsibly. Lab-grown gemstones allow us to offer you a reliable, ethical, and high-performing alternative that doesn’t compromise on beauty—or your brand values.
Get in touch to explore our latest lab-grown diamond jewelry collection
Harnessing the Sun for Sustainable Craftsmanship
Today’s consumers demand transparency and environmental responsibility from the brands they support. By outfitting our Shanwei, China factory with a 152-panel, 89.68 kWp rooftop solar array, we’ve created a fully traceable, zero-carbon supply chain that delivers both a powerful sustainability narrative and tangible cost savings for your brand.
Covering 400 m² of rooftop and generating approximately 104,500 kWh annually (about 600 kWh per day), our system leverages Shanwei’s 1,420 peak-sun hours (Meteonorm) to meet the bulk of our production energy needs. This on-site power supply breaks our dependence on volatile grid rates and ensures consistent, competitively priced electricity year-round.
Transforming Sunshine into Savings
By producing our own electricity, we stabilize per-unit energy costs and improve operating margins. Compared to conventional coal-fired generation, our solar output displaces roughly 37.6 tonnes of standard coal per year—translating into:
These emission reductions occur with zero on-site pollution, delivering real environmental impact alongside economic benefits.
Creating Shared Value
All clean energy produced powers our daily operations; any surplus is sold back to the grid at preferential rates and redirected to underserved schools, clinics, and community centers. Each kilowatt-hour you source from us can therefore be translated into verifiable carbon credits—strengthening both your sustainability reporting and your social impact.
Strategic Benefits for Your Brand
Partnering with our solar-powered manufacturing helps you:
Ready to elevate your brand with zero-carbon jewelry? Contact us today to explore how our rooftop solar solutions can power your next collection and strengthen your sustainability leadership.
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