A genuine diamond created from the ashes or hair of someone you love
A lasting remembrance you can keep close
A memorial diamond can offer a tangible way to hold on to closeness, memory, and connection.
About Us
Heart In Diamond was founded in 2005 and specializes in memorial diamonds created from ashes or hair. We support families and loved ones through each step and create every diamond individually in our own production facility.
“I help people who have lost a loved one find healing and closure by turning memories into something they can hold forever.”
Kara Northcott
Heart In Diamond New Zealand
Our Mission
Our role is to create a personal and lasting form of remembrance through a genuine diamond created individually from the material entrusted to us.
Craftsmanship & Technology
We combine in-house production, advanced HPHT technology, and careful quality control so that every memorial diamond is created with precision.
Why Choose Us
Experience:
Since 2005, we have supported clients in creating deeply personal memorial diamonds.
Quality:
Every diamond is created with close attention to quality, cutting, and traceability.
Service:
You receive personal guidance rather than an impersonal standard process.
A Tribute That Endures
We help create a meaningful keepsake that can be cherished for generations and hold on to love as well as shared memories.
How is your remembrance turned into a diamond?
This is how your memorial diamond journey unfolds, from your enquiry to the secure return of your finished piece.
Prepare the material with care
Carbon extraction
HPHT growth process
Cutting, polishing, and certification
Your unique memorial diamond
How a memorial diamond is created from ashes or hair
This video shows the creation process and offers a clearer sense of how the material you send is transformed into an individual diamond.
Which materials can be used for a personal diamond?
We use organic source material such as ashes or hair for memorial diamonds. Depending on the request, other materials may also be reviewed.
+ Ashes
+ Clothing fragments
+ Letters, paper, books
+ Hair, fur
+ Other materials on request
Available colours for your memorial diamond
Depending on the material, growth process, and selected option, different colour directions may be available. We will gladly guide you on the option that best suits your request.
What Our Clients Say
I want to personally thank Anita and the entire Heart In Diamond team for their wonderful care. The memorial diamond for my wife Jackie means so much to me and will remain a treasured family heirloom.
Memorial Diamond Pricing
View our price guide by carat weight and colour.
| MEDIUM (0.10 - 0.19) | $3049 | $3749 | $3799 | $4049 | $4049 | $4049 | $4259 |
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| 1/4 CARAT (0.20 - 0.34) | $3529 | $4089 | $4429 | $5239 | $5479 | $5479 | $5719 |
| 1/2 CARAT (0.45 - 0.64) | $5429 | $7769 | $5909 | $9289 | $9529 | $9529 | $12989 |
| 3/4 CARAT (0.65 - 0.89) | $7789 | $11529 | $11839 | $13579 | $15719 | $15719 | $17189 |
| 1 CARAT (0.90 - 1.19) | $10369 | $14569 | $14659 | $22739 | $23449 | $23449 | $25119 |
| 1 1/4 CARAT (1.20 - 1.39) | $14119 | $16699 | $14809 | $24869 | $26419 | $26419 | $27639 |
| 1 1/2 CARAT (1.40 - 1.59) | $17669 | $19749 | $20579 | $29529 | $30469 | $30469 | $31809 |
| 2 CARATS (1.90 - 2.09) | $20609 | $25849 | $23929 | $38099 | $40479 | $40479 | $42059 |
| 2 1/2 CARAT (2.40 - 2.59) | $29249 | $36459 | $35509 | $49759 | $52609 | $52609 | $51969 |
| 3 CARATS (3.00+) | $35139 | $44709 | $46909 | $59529 | $64289 | $64289 | $62399 |
- PLEASE NOTE: THESE PRICES DO NOT INCLUDE A JEWELLERY SETTING.
- Prices are shown in NZD.
- Available cuts: Brilliant, Princess, Radiant, Pear* (+30%), Emerald* (+10%), Oval* (+20%), Marquise* (+30%).
- International delivery, sales tax, duties, and import charges are included.
- No extra charge applies to the carbon source used (ashes, hair, or a combination).
- No extra charge applies if your diamond grows larger than expected.
Available Cuts
Brilliant
Princess
Radiant
Emerald*
+10%
Oval*
+20%
Pear*
+30%
Marquise*
+30%
Clear pricing with no hidden costs
We are transparent about what is included in the diamond price:
- If your diamond grows larger than planned, you receive the larger size at no extra cost.
- There is no additional charge for the carbon source used, whether ashes, hair, or a combination.
- Jewellery settings are priced separately.
This makes it easier to understand what applies to the diamond itself and which options may be added separately.
Explore our jewellery settings
Once you have selected your diamond, you may also choose a suitable setting, whether a ring, pendant, or earrings. Our collection includes a range of designs and materials.
Jewellery Settings After designing your diamond, you can choose a matching setting such as a ring, pendant, or pair of earrings. View Jewellery
Halo-style 18K yellow gold engagement ring
Wave-style platinum solitaire ring
Half-bezel platinum pendant
Hinged hoop 14K yellow gold earrings
Classic 6-prong 14K yellow gold solitaire ring
14K white gold ring with a yellow-green diamond
Hinged hoop 14K yellow gold earrings
What You Can Expect from Heart In Diamond
Personal Guidance:
One dedicated point of contact supports you throughout the process.
Individual Creation:
Each memorial diamond is created individually from the material you provide.
Clear Process:
You receive clear information about materials, shipping, creation, and return delivery.
Careful Craftsmanship:
We use in-house production and modern diamond-growing methods.
Lasting Remembrance:
Your diamond becomes a personal and enduring way to remember someone important.
Certificates and Added Reassurance
- Every diamond is supplied with a Heart In Diamond certificate of authenticity.
- AnchorCert certification is also available as an additional option.
- If you wish, we can help you decide which documentation is most suitable for your order.
- Our lifetime guarantee covers the lasting stability of the diamond in line with our terms.
Optional engraving
- Your diamond can also be engraved on request.
- This adds a more personal detail and helps identify your memorial diamond clearly.
Personal support from your enquiry to final delivery
How we guide you through the process:
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You submit an enquiry with no obligation or speak directly with our team.
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We review the material, desired characteristics, the process, and the next steps for sending everything safely.
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During creation, we keep you updated on the progress of your order.
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Once completed, we arrange the secure return or delivery of your memorial diamond.