Diamonds made from pet ashes by Semper Fides: Forever connected to your pet

When a beloved pet suddenly ceases to be our faithful daily companion, we must ask ourselves, with a heavy heart, how we want to commemorate our four-legged friend. A family member who means so much more to us than outsiders could ever imagine.

A diamond made from pet ashes by Semper Fides is a particularly precious and unique form of remembrance, as it is created entirely from your pet’s own carbon. The finished gemstone is called PUREdiamond, reflecting the fact that it is made entirely from your pet’s carbon.

We have specialised in the production of pet diamonds since 2006. This makes us the most renowned provider in our industry worldwide, growing diamonds from ashes for our customers in Europe, the USA, Canada and Asia.

Order your gemstone in 5 steps

Although the process of creating your own unique piece is complex, the process of obtaining your memorial diamond made from your pet’s ashes is very straightforward and consists of just 5 steps.

Arrange a consultation appointment for your cremation diamond. We would like to take the time to show you all the options available to you.
During the consultation, we will present you with your options, as you can determine the size and appearance of the PUREdiamond. We will also assist you in completing the order form.
You provide us with at least 300 grams of your pet’s cremation ashes. If you do not have this amount, you can add the ashes of another animal, for example. Alternatively, human or animal hair can be added for an additional charge. Basically, anything that is organic or has grown naturally and therefore contains carbon is suitable.
Once we have received the agreed deposit, we will start creating your personal PUREdiamond.
It usually takes us 4 to 8 months to deliver the ash diamond to you. A certificate is always included. This guarantees that your diamond is made from 100 per cent carbon from the sources you have provided us with.

Here are the options available to you for customising your diamond made from pet ashes:

Part of our understanding of transparency is that you can visit our manufactory at any time. It is located in the beautiful canton of Graubünden in Switzerland, near the city of Chur. Perhaps you would like to combine a holiday in the mountains with this interesting tour? We would be happy to make an appointment for you.

How would you like to design your memorial diamond made from ashes? We’ll show you the options available. You don’t have to decide straight away; you can take your time to consider what best suits your preferences. The following options determine both the appearance and the price:

Colour options for your pet’s ash diamond: we can create your PUREdiamond in white, blue or yellow. Slight variations in shade may occur with white diamonds. Whether a yellow or blue diamond is produced depends on the processes used in our workshop and on whether we allow boron or nitrogen elements into the diamond’s crystal lattice.
Weight and size: the following millimetre specifications refer to the approximate size after brilliant cut. Size and weight do not depend on how much source material you provide us with for production, but on the duration of the diamond’s growth. The smallest PUREdiamond weighs 0.25 carats and has a diameter of approximately 4.1 mm. The largest PUREdiamond weighs 1.00 carats, which corresponds to a diameter of approximately 6.5 mm.
If you would like a rough diamond, we will polish it professionally. Our specialists are also proficient in all standard cuts – ask us about the possibilities.
Engraving or lettering: on request, we can add an additional engraving to uncut ash diamonds according to your specifications.

Through the growth of the PUREdiamond, we recreate the natural formation process in fast-forward

How is it possible to create a gemstone from an animal’s ashes in just a few months, even though the process takes a very long time in nature?

In our factory, we simulate the natural growth conditions that occur in very deep layers of the earth, around 200 kilometres below the surface, in a kind of time-lapse using state-of-the-art laboratory equipment and apparatus. Among other things, this equipment enables us to generate a pressure of 60,000 bar and temperatures of around 1,400 degrees Celsius. These are precisely the extreme conditions that prevail 200 kilometres below the Earth’s surface.

After the natural formation of diamonds, it again takes a very long time for them to reach layers of the earth where we can mine them. For comparison: the deepest point on earth ever reached by humans is 3.9 kilometers in the TauTona mine in South Africa, where gold is mined. The diamond is the only gemstone that is formed exclusively from an organic material, carbon. For this reason and because of its rare occurrence, it is considered the most precious of gemstones.

Why choose Semper Fides if you’re looking for a diamond made from pet ashes?

We handle your pet’s ashes with the utmost care, as we are fully aware of our responsibility, and use them to create a unique diamond in Switzerland.

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We use only carbon derived from your pet’s ashes
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Made in our own manufactory in Switzerland
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Highest quality standards thanks to the dual-control principle
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Secure transport by secure courier
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Personal advice from experienced staff

Diamonds made from pet ashes – frequently asked questions

Is it morally right to turn my pet into a diamond?

That is an honest and important question. The answer is a very personal one. A memorial diamond does not mean ‘letting go’, but rather transformation. The carbon – the foundation of our fleeting lives – is not destroyed, but transformed into a new form. Many do not see this as an end, but as a continuation of the bond.

Is a diamond made from pet ashes really ‘my’ diamond?

Yes. The carbon used to create your PUREdiamond comes exclusively from your pet’s ashes. This makes your memorial diamond unique and one-of-a-kind. A farewell becomes a new beginning.

Is a diamond burial a dignified option?

Choosing a memorial diamond is a very personal matter. Every pet owner knows what their companion likes and how to care for them. The same applies to the PUREdiamond: the decision to choose it is always a considered and dignified one.

And just as you treat your companion with dignity, so too do we treat them: always with respect and decency. For many pet owners, it brings comfort to know that something lasting is created from their pet’s ashes. We are well aware of this.

Why do many people find a diamond made from a pet’s ashes more comforting than an urn?

An urn keeps the past safe in a fixed place. The PUREdiamond is a part of the present. It isn’t just kept; it can be worn. At any time.

What makes a pet diamond made from ashes or hair so special?

Its origin. Unlike other gemstones, it is created entirely from the carbon extracted from the hair or ashes of your beloved pet. That is why every PUREdiamond is unique – just like your four-legged friend. And it accompanies you through everyday life. It shares the difficult moments of daily life with you, and its presence serves as both a quiet reminder and a source of comfort.