They are not just a testament to human ingenuity but also a beacon for a more responsible and conscious future in jewellery. Choosing them is a choice for elegance, ethics, and environmental stewardship.
Lab created diamonds are identical to earth mined diamonds in every way, except that they are grown in a lab. They have the same chemical, physical, and optical composition as mined diamonds and exhibit the same fire, scintillation, and sparkle. Lab grown diamonds offer an exceptional value when compared with the same quality rare, earth mined diamonds.
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Lab grown diamonds are created without the involvement of conflict zones, ensuring that each diamond is free from the taint of violence, human rights abuses, or illicit trade.
A controlled lab environment results in diamonds with fewer impurities and inclusions. This often results in a clearer, more pristine gem.
Every lab-grown diamond can be traced back to the lab where it was created. This level of transparency is often harder to achieve with mined diamonds.
Traditional diamond mining can lead to significant ecological disruptions, including deforestation and habitat destruction. Lab-grown diamonds, however, have a much lower environmental footprint.
Without the overheads associated with mining, transport, and a multitude of intermediaries, lab-grown diamonds typically offer better value for money.Â
A lab grown diamond (also known as a lab-created, man-made, or cultured diamond) is a diamond that is grown in a highly controlled laboratory environment using advanced technological processes. It has the exact same chemical composition, crystal structure, and optical and physical properties as a diamond mined from the Earth.
Yes, absolutely. They are not fakes or simulants. A lab diamond is chemically and physically identical to a natural diamond—both are composed of pure carbon crystallised in an isometric cubic system.
Think of it like this: ice from your freezer is just as real as ice from a glacier. The only difference is the origin. Leading gemmological institutions like the GIA (Gemological Institute of America) recognise them as real diamonds.
This is a crucial distinction.
A lab diamond is a diamond; a simulant is not.
There are two primary methods for creating diamonds in a lab:
To the naked eye, even for a trained jeweller, it is virtually impossible to tell the difference. Specialised equipment is required to identify the unique growth patterns and trace elements that distinguish a lab-grown diamond from a natural one. This is why official grading reports are essential.
Yes. Reputable lab diamonds are sent to the same independent gemmological labs that grade natural diamonds, such as the GIA, IGI, and GCAL. They are graded using the same 4Cs: Cut, Colour, Clarity, and Carat Weight. The grading report will clearly state that the diamond is ‘Laboratory-Grown’ to ensure full transparency.
The price difference is primarily due to supply chain and rarity. Lab diamonds have a much shorter supply chain, eliminate mining costs and labour, and are not a finite resource like natural diamonds. Typically, a lab-grown diamond can be 30-50% less expensive than a natural diamond of comparable size and quality.
Generally, yes. Lab diamonds are inherently conflict-free and avoid the environmental disruption of mining. While the creation process is energy-intensive, many growers are moving towards using renewable energy to reduce their carbon footprint, making them a more responsible choice compared to mined diamonds.
Yes. Because they are physically and chemically identical to natural diamonds, they are equally hard and durable. A lab diamond scores a 10 on the Mohs scale of hardness, making it perfectly suited for everyday wear in jewellery like engagement rings. It will not fade, discolour, or get damaged any more easily than a natural diamond.
Lab diamonds should be purchased for their beauty, value, and ethical benefits, not as a financial investment. As production technology improves, their prices are expected to continue to decrease over time. Natural diamonds have historically held their value better due to rarity, but they are also not a guaranteed high-return investment for the average consumer.
