Are Diamonds Still Worth Buying? Market Reality Explained by Diamond Expert | ft Ashrut Jain

In this episode of Expert Talk with Bhavya Desai, Bhavya sits down with Ashrut Jain to break down the world of diamonds, especially the growing rise of lab-grown diamonds. From understanding the 4 Cs, certifications, pricing, and making charges to comparing natural vs lab-grown diamonds, the conversation offers practical buying insights for today’s consumers.The discussion also covers diamonds as an investment, gold vs diamonds, current jewellery trends, and how young consumers are reshaping the market. Ashrut explains how modern testing methods help identify real diamonds and the shift towards bespoke jewellery over mass-market designs They also talk about why lab-grown diamonds are gaining trust for their value, transparency, and sustainability—making this a crisp, informative watch for modern, conscious jewellery buyers.📢 Don’t forget to Like, Comment, and Share this video! Your engagement helps us bring more such content.✅ Subscribe to Expert Talk with Bhavya Desai for more updates on our political series and hit the bell icon to stay notified about our latest episodes.This podcast was shot on Sony A7 IV and FE 50mm F1.8 📷Connect with us: [email protected]:00:00 - Bhavya x Ashrut begins03:35 - Today’s Diamond Market: An Overview04:35 - Understanding the 4 Cs of Diamonds06:45 - What Diamond Clarity Really Means07:35 - How to Negotiate Diamond Quality09:15 - Diamonds in Jewellery: What Matters09:55 - How Carat Weight Impacts Value11:55 - Diamond Cuts Explained Simply14:15 - Why 18-Carat Gold Is Preferred15:35 - Hallmarking & Diamond Certifications16:35 - Getting Diamonds Certified After Purchase19:35 - How to Identify Diamond Clarity Grades20:25 - Can Diamonds Break? The Truth21:35 - Diamonds as an Investment Option24:05 - Gold vs Diamonds: Which Is Better?25:35 - How Customers Can Spot Real vs Fake Diamonds26:25 - Jewellery Making Charges Explained27:35 - What You Can Buy with a ₹2 Lakh Budget31:05 - Bespoke Jewellery vs Mass-Market Designs33:35 - Current Jewellery Design Trends34:35 - Do Young Consumers Still Buy Jewellery?36:05 - Why Lab-Grown Diamonds Are Gaining Popularity37:35 - The Lab-Grown Diamond Boom41:05 - How Diamonds Are Grown in Laboratories43:05 - Natural vs Lab-Grown: Price Comparison44:25 - Modern Diamond Testing Methods50:05 - The Indian Diamond Market Landscape51:35 - Hare Krishna: Investing in Employees52:35 - Do Diamonds Suit Everyone?54:05 - Diamond Alternatives: Sapphire, Ruby & Emerald55:25 - Natural vs Commercial Gemstones57:35 - Closing Thoughts & Final Takeaways📢Follow us on Social Media:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/experttalkwithbhavyadesai/X: https://www.twitter.com/ETwithBhavyaD/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/experttalkwithbhavyadesai/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/experttalkwithbhavyadesai/📢Follow Bhavya Desai: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bhavya_desai/X: https://twitter.com/bhavya_desai/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bhavya.desai.520/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bhavya-desai-058652149/📢 Follow Ashrut Jain:Instagram: Facebook: X:LinkedIn:▶ About Expert Talk with Bhavya Desai - "Expert Talk with Bhavya Desai" is a podcast channel where curiosity meets expertise! and our host Bhavya Desai, a curious and enthusiastic podcaster, talks to different experts and brings out the best in his guests, ensuring that every episode is packed with valuable takeaways. This show aims to connect people who love learning with professionals who have a lot of knowledge and experience.