ARDMORE, OK – October 21, 2026 – PRESSADVANTAGE –

Ray-Ward Fine Jewelers provides detailed information on its website comparing natural and lab-grown diamonds for customers evaluating both options. The family-owned jeweler, founded in 1997, shares facts from its published materials on formation, physical properties, rarity, and relative value so customers can weigh the factors that matter to them.

Natural diamonds form over billions of years under high pressure and temperature in the Earth and are brought to the surface by volcanic activity. The company’s materials note that no major new natural diamond discoveries have occurred in about 30 years. Lab-grown diamonds are produced in controlled laboratory conditions that replicate high-pressure, high-temperature environments and can be created within weeks. Both share the same chemical composition, crystal structure, and optical properties, including fire, scintillation, and sparkle. Lab-grown diamonds can show internal characteristics that trained professionals can use to distinguish them from natural diamonds.

According to the jeweler’s published comparison, lab-grown diamonds generally sell for 20 to 30 percent less than a natural diamond of comparable quality. The company states that Ray-Ward Fine Jewelers may accept natural diamonds as trade-ins toward a larger diamond, with credit based on the original price. Lab-grown diamonds are described as having limited resale or trade-in value at fine jewelers because they can be produced in greater quantities. The materials emphasize that the choice depends on individual priorities and that no single decision is correct.

Cassidy Ray, a representative of Ray-Ward Fine Jewelers, said customers frequently encounter differing information about diamond origins and characteristics. “The materials set out the differences in how natural and lab-grown diamonds form, how their properties compare, and what those differences mean for rarity and long-term considerations,” Ray said. “That allows each person to decide based on what is most important to them.”

Separately, Ray-Ward Fine Jewelers offers the Linked by Ray Ward collection of permanent, clasp-free jewelry. Customers select a solid gold, gold-filled, or sterling silver chain and may add optional charms. They then schedule an appointment for laser fitting and welding. The jeweler measures the chain and welds it into a seamless bracelet, necklace, or anklet. The welding process is described as quick and painless. The finished piece can later be removed with scissors and re-welded; the first removal is offered at no charge under stated conditions, with subsequent removals available for a fee. The option is available to individuals age 10 and older, with those under 16 requiring an adult present. Accommodations are noted for customers with gold allergies.

Ray noted that the permanent chain option has drawn interest for everyday wear and for group occasions because the fitting produces a continuous piece without a traditional clasp.

Ray-Ward Fine Jewelers also offers a free lifetime diamond warranty on qualifying purchases. Coverage includes resizing of most rings within defined limits, inspection and same-day tightening of stones when possible, refinishing and polishing, replacement of missing diamonds up to 0.20 carats under specified conditions, trade-up eligibility for certain diamond pieces purchased from the store, and complimentary appraisal updates for items that remain under active warranty. Regular inspections are recommended to keep coverage in effect. Standard exclusions apply for certain settings, finishes, and damage resulting from neglect or accident.

The store offers custom design services, where customers work with jewelers to create pieces from original concepts or redesign heirlooms. It also performs jewelry and watch repairs, including clasp work, restringing, and battery replacement.

Ray-Ward Fine Jewelers was established in 1997 in Ardmore, Oklahoma, as a family-owned business. Over nearly three decades, it has assisted customers with engagements, anniversaries, and other milestones through diamond selection, custom work, and repair services. The company continues to operate as a full-service jeweler carrying engagement rings, fashion jewelry, and fine watches while emphasizing craftsmanship and personalized service.

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For more information about Ray-Ward Fine Jewelers, contact the company here:

Ray-Ward Fine Jewelers
Cassidy Ray
580-223-0533
info@raywardjewelers.com
2015 W Broadway St Ste 51B, Ardmore, OK 73401

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