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Lab created diamonds have taken the jewellery industry by storm. They’re beautiful alternatives to natural diamonds and offer the same amount of fire and sparkle so if they look the exact same? Why are they so loved? Read our lab grown diamond buying guide to learn more about these lovely gemstones.
Lab created diamonds, otherwise known as man-made or cultured diamonds, are grown in a laboratory using cutting-edge technology that mimics the conditions under which natural diamonds develop. As they are formed from the same material and exposed to the same conditions, lab created diamonds are optically and chemically identical to the natural variety.
1. VALUE
Lab created diamonds can be up to 30% cheaper than the natural variety. Perfect if you are on a tighter budget or wish to maximise the size of your diamond for the same cost.
2. QUALITY & BEAUTY
Lab created diamonds exude the same beauty and quality as the natural variety - in fact, they are visually and chemically identical.
3. ETHICAL
Lab diamonds are excellent options for engagement rings. Not only for their beauty and availability but also as being considered an eco-friendly alternative to natural diamonds due to there being a lot of scrutiny over mining practises in the past.
Our lab created diamonds are, as their name suggests - made in a laboratory. Each diamond starts its life as a tiny carbon seed. It is then exposed to extreme heat and pressure or entered into a deposition process (known as CVD), to mimic the process of natural diamond formation. It then grows within the laboratory, usually in six to ten weeks, and is cut and polished in the same way that natural diamonds are.
Yes! Lab created diamonds are real diamonds - just with a different origin. They are visually and chemically identical, so they cannot be differentiated by eye, and specialist equipment is required to tell them apart.
Lab created diamonds and natural diamonds are equally as beautiful as each other. Both are chemically and visually identical, and therefore impossible to differentiate. The only real difference is their origin. Lab created diamonds are man-made and grown in a laboratory, while natural diamonds are found in nature and formed within the Earth’s mantle. While natural diamonds are still the favoured traditional choice, lab diamonds can be up to 30% cheaper than a natural diamond of the same size and quality.
If you misplace or lose your engagement ring, your policy should cover you for a replacement or reimbursement.
Natural diamonds can have imperfections or inclusions that affect their value. The clearest, colourless diamonds are the most valuable and offer the best sparkle so are therefore the most sought after. Lab diamonds are almost always colourless or nearly colourless, putting them on par with the more valuable natural diamonds on the market.
Lab created diamonds are perfect for those on a budget. Because they are created instead of mined, the cost of these diamonds can be around 30% lower than that of their natural counterparts meaning you can get more for your money.
All of our diamond jewellery is available to buy with synthetic lab grown diamonds. When selecting your products, simply choose “Lab Created Diamonds” from the options before adding to your cart. Whether you’re buying a ring, necklace, bracelet, or earrings, the options to select lab created diamonds will help you create the perfect piece of jewellery.
Yes, lab diamonds offer a great solution if you are searching for a larger diamond for your budget or a mining-free alternative. Lab diamonds tend to be more affordable than natural diamonds of the same size and quality. However, as with every gemstone, resale value can vary over time. As lab created diamonds are fairly new to the jewellery industry, there is some uncertainty over future pricing when compared to natural diamonds.
Both Natural and lab diamonds are physically and chemically identical. They are real diamonds that offer the same characteristics and sparkle as a natural diamond. It is impossible to differentiate lab diamonds from natural diamonds using the naked eye. Specialist equipment is required to distinguish lab diamonds from the natural variety.
Just like Natural diamonds, every lab diamond is unique and varies in cut, colour and clarity. Lab created diamonds can have minor internal flaws or surface inclusions, in a similar way to high-quality natural diamonds. Using the same strict standards applied to evaluate natural diamonds, lab created diamonds are rigorously tested and graded by independent gemological labs.
Yes, lab created diamonds offer great value for money and can be up to 30% cheaper than a natural diamond of the same size and quality.
Yes, you can insure lab diamonds, in the same way as natural diamonds, for further peace of mind.
Whether you’re popping the question or looking for the perfect present for your loved ones (or even just for yourself), Diamonds Factory has a stunning range of lab created diamond options.
If you’d like to learn more about our lab created diamonds please don’t hesitate to get in contact with us.