Lab Diamond Rings
A guide to how lab grown diamonds are made and how they compare to natural diamonds
WHAT ARE LAB DIAMONDS?
Lab grown diamonds, also referred to as lab created or man-made diamonds, are grown in an environment that mimics the heat and pressure that naturally creates diamonds in the Earth’s crust. Diamonds, including lab created diamonds, are made of carbon atoms arranged in the diamond crystal structure. Lab diamonds have the same chemical and physical characteristics of naturally mined diamonds. Only with advanced technology and testers can lab grown diamonds be distinguished from naturally mined diamonds. The lab grown diamonds we sell come with a lab certification identifying them as lab created.
APPEARANCE
Lab diamonds have the same chemical, physical, and optical appearance as mined diamonds. Lab diamonds can only be distinguished from natural diamonds through specialized tools and equipment. Even for most in the diamond industry, there is no detectable difference between natural and lab diamonds. Lab diamonds have the same fire and brilliance as mined diamonds.
WHY CHOOSE A LAB-GROWN DIAMOND?
Conflict Free and Socially Responsible
Lab diamonds are grown in a controlled environment that removes them from being involved with any social conflict surrounding mining diamonds and precious stones.
Budget Friendly
Lab diamonds offer great value at a more affordable price than natural diamonds of the same quality and size. On average lab grown diamonds are between 30-40% less expensive than traditionally mined diamonds.
When it comes to choosing a lab-grown diamond, the four C’s (carat, cut, color and clarity) still apply. For more information about choosing a lab-diamond based on the four C’s, click here to read.
WILL LAB DIAMONDS LAST FOREVER?
Lab diamonds are as durable, as well as visually and structurally identical to natural diamonds. Nothing will dull or diminish the brilliance of lab diamonds; they really will last forever!
ARE LAB DIAMONDS GIA CERTIFIED?
The Gemological Institute of America has been grading lab grown diamonds since 2007. The GIA lab grown diamond report includes the standard GIA color, cut and clarity grading scales.
We also offer lab diamonds graded by other reputable labs including IGI, EGL, and GCAL.
