Honest Comparison
Best Ashes-to-Diamonds Companies
We compared the main memorial-diamond providers using each company’s own public U.S. and global pages — price, materials, certification, financing and turnaround — so you can decide with clarity.
| Company | Starting price / size | People & pets | Ashes & hair | Certificate / grading | Payment options | Turnaround |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saint Diamonds | $999 / 0.15 ct | Both | Both | IGI optional; GIA on request | Affirm | 4–6 mo. |
| Eterneva | $3,499 / 0.25 ct | Both | Both | In-house grading; external GIA/IGI on request | Affirm | 7–12 mo. |
| Lonité | $1,400 / 0.25 ct | Both | Both | Origin/process cert.; IGI optional | 50/50 | ~12 mo. |
| EverDear | $995 / 0.10–0.19 ct | Both | Both | In-house cert.; IGI/GIA optional | Affirm / 50–50 | ~10 mo. |
| Heart In Diamond | $750 / 0.03–0.09 ct | Both | Both | In-house cert.; external grading optional | 0% in-house plans | 70–120 days |
| Algordanza | $2,999 / 0.30 ct rough | Pet via partner | Both | Own origin/authenticity cert. | Plan / 50% deposit | 4–8 mo. |
Based on publicly available provider information reviewed July 27, 2026. Starting prices refer to different minimum sizes, colors and finish states. Independent grading, jewelry and other options may cost extra. Payment terms and production timelines may change; verify final terms directly with each provider.
Why families choose Saint Diamonds
A larger diamond, sooner — for less
A bigger starting diamond
Our entry stone is a 0.15 ct diamond — up to five times larger than Heart In Diamond’s 0.03–0.09 ct starting stone.
A far shorter wait
Most diamonds are ready in 4–6 months — versus 7–12 at Eterneva, about 12 at Lonité and around 10 at EverDear.
A lower entry price
Memorial diamonds from $999 — well below Eterneva ($3,499) and Algordanza ($2,999) for their smallest stones.
Flexible and certified
Ashes or hair, people or pets. Independent IGI grading optional, GIA on request, and pay over time with Affirm.
A gentle first step.
Next Steps
Begin When the Time Feels Right
There is no deadline. Whether it has been weeks, months, or many years, you can begin gently and decide everything else later.
Many families start simply by receiving the Welcome Kit.
A gentle first step — no obligation.
No obligation • Take your time • Support when needed