About Us
Luxury Without Compromise — Since the Very Beginning
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Renaissance Diamonds isn’t just a jewelry brand — it’s a movement built on decades of innovation, integrity, and bold vision. We are proud to be among the original pioneers of certified lab-grown diamonds and fine jewelry, offering ethically sourced brilliance without compromise.
Who We Are
Renaissance Lab Grown Gemstones Corp is a Florida-based, American-owned company specializing in exceptional lab-grown diamonds and finished jewelry. Our mission is simple: to create sustainable, affordable luxury that’s accessible, beautiful, and backed by world-class service.
With a legacy of expertise, a deep commitment to ethical production, and U.S.-based manufacturing, we craft timeless jewelry that reflects both modern values and classic elegance. Every piece we create is certified, responsibly made, and sold directly from our hands to yours.
Our Founder: Neil Koppel
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Sarah Ferguson, The Duchess of York for Renaissance
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From launching the world’s first Moissanite venture to co-creating exclusive collections with royalty, Neil Koppel has always been ahead of the curve.
Sarah Ferguson collaborated to help create an upscale jewelry line distributed to over 200 department stores including the likes of Bloomingdales, Saks 5th Ave, and many others. Ten percent of all sales were donated to S.O.S. Children's Villages.
At the Hollywood Breakthrough Awards, Kim Kardashian proudly wore Renaissance Diamonds—celebrating our commitment to sustainability, eco-conscious luxury, and conflict-free brilliance.
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Kim Kardashian at The Hollywood Breakthrough Awards for Renaissance
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As the first customer of (C3) Charles & Colvard, the sole manufacturer of Moissanite in 1991, Neil built his lab-grown Moissanite business to over $30 million in sales, setting the stage for what would become a seismic global shift in the diamond jewelry industry.
In the early days of lab-created diamond technology, Neil saw what others didn’t — the power of science to change the future of fine jewelry. He helped introduce lab-grown diamonds to the U.S. market long before they became mainstream and also created fancy colored diamonds the likes of world had never seen.
After years of success, Neil stepped away in 2008 to pursue other interests — but continued to support lab-grown diamond research behind the scenes.
Humanitarian Mission in Haiti
In 2010, following the devastating earthquake in Haiti, Neil began a new chapter of service. During his second week on the ground, he met actor and humanitarian Sean Penn. The two became close friends and worked side-by-side to bring relief to Haitian communities in desperate need.
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It truly takes a village to build a village.
In the town of Jacmel, I found someone willing to donate 10 acres of land to bring this vision to life. It was a bold and challenging endeavor, with countless obstacles along the way.
Over the course of months, I worked side by side with the future residents to help build what would become their new homes.
To ensure long-term sustainability, I arranged for Oxfam International to dig a freshwater well—providing the essentials for life.
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Just six months later, they were growing corn and moringa; and by bottling their own water to sell, they created a micro-economy—becoming fully self-sufficient.
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Bringing children to the U.S. for life saving help
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Loading much needed surgical equipment
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Bringing doctors from many countries to assist
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 Earthquake Survivor & Dad to Shriners Hospital |
 Training the Trainer to Build Housing |
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Over the course of the next 18 months, Neil flew 58 humanitarian missions in his private aircraft, bringing back 21 critically ill children to the U.S. for urgent medical treatment.
Truth Is Stranger Than Fiction
Just three days after the devastating earthquake in Haiti, I flew in with one goal: to give back. I had been fortunate in my life, and now it was time to make a difference where it mattered most.
What I didn’t expect was that my path would cross with Sean Penn—nor that our work together, saving lives on the ground, would lead to something truly surreal. He later invited me to co-star with him and some of the most notable actors of our time in a major motion picture. Neil appeared in the feature film, Gangster Squad where Neil made his Hollywood debut as "Max Solomon", the lawyer for the Mob..
Sometimes, the most powerful stories aren’t written in scripts—they’re lived.
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More fun than you can imagine!
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Sean Penn, Neil Koppel and Ryan Gosling
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Our Mission Today
“What we offer goes beyond jewelry — it’s purpose, passion, and a little bit of magic.” – Neil Koppel
To bring world-class, lab-grown diamond jewelry to smart and savvy women — and those who appreciate beauty with meaning. We believe in jewelry that’s stunning, sustainable, and sensibly priced.
What Makes Us Different
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Certified Brilliance: Every 1.00 carat and above diamond is GIA or IGI certified for color, clarity, and cut.
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Original Innovation: Featuring exclusive Bespoke Designs and Patented Cuts like the Renaissance™ Cut.
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Made in the U.S.A.: Our jewelry is manufactured with American pride and quality craftsmanship.
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Direct-to-You Pricing: No retail markups. No middlemen. Just extraordinary value.
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Sustainable Luxury: No mining. No conflict. Just science, ethics, and beauty.
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Celebrity Endorsements: Neil partnered with Sarah Ferguson the Duchess of York, to co-launch her signature jewelry collection designed by Neil — with proceeds benefiting children’s charities. And, Kim Kardashian was spotted wearing the Fancy Canary Yellow Tennista Renaissance necklace at the Hollywood Breakthrough Awards, showcasing the brand’s appeal to icons of style.
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Giving Back: From our Haiti missions to local partnerships, we give where it counts. It matters to us.
Who We Serve
Whether you’re a first-time buyer, a conscious bride-to-be, a diamond collector, or a wholesale partner — Renaissance Diamonds is here for you. We bring you brilliance, backed by decades of credibility and care.
We proudly design for smart, stylish, and value-conscious individuals who want to reward themselves for doing an excellent job — and who expect elegance with ethics.
Let’s Connect
Explore our full collections, or let's design a Bespoke Creation together that echos who you are. Discover our signature cuts. And experience the future of fine jewelry — crafted with conscience, built on trust, and delivered with heart.
Visit us online, email Support@RenaissanceDiamonds.com call +1.888.968.4877, or text +1.561.301.3378 anytime. We’d love to welcome you into the Renaissance family.
