LAB DIAMONDS EXPLAINED: ARE THEY REAL & SHOULD YOU BUY ONE?
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ARE LAB DIAMONDS REAL? WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW BEFORE YOU BUY
Lab-grown diamonds are one of the fastest-growing trends in modern jewellery — but a common question remains:
Are lab diamonds real?
Here’s the clear truth — plus everything you need to know before making your purchase.
WHAT ARE LAB DIAMONDS?
Lab-grown diamonds are real diamonds created using advanced technology in controlled laboratory environments.
They share the exact same chemical composition, crystal structure, and physical properties as natural diamonds — made of pure carbon arranged in a diamond lattice.
✅ Same brilliance. Same sparkle. Same hardness.
HOW ARE LAB DIAMONDS MADE?
There are two proven methods for growing lab diamonds:
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HPHT (HIGH PRESSURE, HIGH TEMPERATURE)
This process replicates the extreme pressure and heat found deep within the Earth, forming diamonds from carbon.
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CVD (CHEMICAL VAPOR DEPOSITION)
CVD grows diamonds layer by layer in a vacuum chamber filled with carbon-rich gas, allowing for excellent control over clarity, colour, and size.
👉 Both methods produce diamonds with VVS–VS clarity and DEF colour — the same grades you’d expect in high-end mined diamonds.
ARE LAB DIAMONDS CERTIFIED?
Yes. Reputable lab-grown diamonds are graded and certified by top global institutes, using the same standards as natural diamonds:
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IGI (International Gemological Institute)
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GIA (Gemological Institute of America)
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GCAL, HRD and others
Each diamond is evaluated for the 4Cs — Cut, Colour, Clarity, and Carat.
HOW DO LAB DIAMONDS COMPARE TO NATURAL DIAMONDS?
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Feature |
Lab-Grown Diamonds |
Natural Diamonds |
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Chemical Makeup |
Pure carbon |
Pure carbon |
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Hardness |
10 (Mohs scale) |
10 (Mohs scale) |
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Brilliance |
Identical |
Identical |
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Certification |
IGI, GIA, etc. |
IGI, GIA, etc. |
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Origin |
Grown in lab |
Mined from Earth |
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Environmental Impact |
Low (esp. with clean energy) |
High (due to mining) |
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Price |
50–70% more affordable |
Typically more expensive |
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COMMON MYTHS - DEBUNKED
❌ “Lab diamonds are fake.”
Lab diamonds are 100% real — not simulants like CZ or moissanite.
❌ “They don’t shine like mined diamonds.”
False. Lab-grown diamonds offer the same fire, brilliance, and refraction.
❌ “They’re worthless.”
Lab diamonds provide exceptional value for wear — but resale prices are typically lower than natural diamonds due to supply and perception.
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WHY CHOOSE LAB DIAMONDS?
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Ethical: 100% conflict-free and responsibly made
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Affordable: Better size or quality for the same budget
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Sustainable: Reduced environmental damage, especially with renewable energy
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Certified: Graded by the same institutes as mined diamonds
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Beautiful: Visually identical to the finest natural stones
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ARE THERE ANY DOWNSIDES?
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Resale Value: Generally lower than natural diamonds, especially for investment buyers
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Traditional Preference: Some buyers still value mined stones for symbolic or generational reasons
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THE BOTTOM LINE
Lab-grown diamonds are real, certified, and stunningly beautiful.
They offer unbeatable value, traceable origins, and ethical peace of mind — making them the perfect choice for custom jewellery, engagement rings, grillz, or everyday luxury.
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Ready to Explore Lab Diamonds?
Browse our curated selection of certified loose lab diamonds or message our team for custom cuts and designs.
Your perfect stone awaits — crafted for brilliance, built for the future.
