FAQs
What is lab-grown diamonds?
a) Lab-grown diamonds are real diamonds that are created in a laboratory rather than being mined from the earth.
b) Two methods of creating lab-grown diamonds:
HPHT (High Pressure, High Temperature)
Mimics the conditions deep underground where natural diamonds form—carbon is subjected to extremely high pressure and heat until it crystallizes into diamond.
CVD (Chemical Vapor Deposition)
Uses a chamber filled with carbon-rich gas; carbon atoms slowly accumulate on a substrate, growing into a diamond layer by layer.
Are lab diamonds real diamonds?
Yes, lab-grown diamonds are REAL DIAMONDS. They have the same chemical composition, crystal structure, and physical properties as natural diamonds (pure carbon arranged in a cubic crystal lattice), so they look and perform exactly the same in terms of sparkle, hardness, and durability.
Lab-grown Diamonds V.S. Natural mined Diamonds:
Category Lab-Grown Diamonds Natural Diamonds
Origin Created in a lab using HPHT or CVD methods Formed naturally underground over billions of years
Composition 100% carbon 100% carbon
Appearance Indistinguishable from natural diamonds to the naked eye Indistinguishable from lab-grown diamonds
Ethics No mining required; considered conflict-free Can be ethically sourced, but mining has history of labor and environmental concerns
Environmental Impact Requires energy but avoids large-scale land disruption Mining can cause habitat destruction, carbon emissions, and water use
Certification Graded by same labs (e.g., GIA, IGI) Graded by same labs
Rarity Can be mass-produced Naturally rare, especially in large, high-quality stones
Does Lab Grown Diamond come with certification?
a) YES, Lab-grown diamonds have the same type of certificates as natural diamonds.
b) The main grading labs for lab-grown diamonds are:
GIA (Gemological Institute of America): One of the most respected labs worldwide. Grades by cut, color, clarity, carat weight, and includes a note such as “Laboratory-Grown Diamond” in the report. Modern GIA reports for lab-grown diamonds now use the same scale as for natural diamonds.
IGI (International Gemological Institute): Very popular for lab-grown stones, especially in the U.S. and Asia. Known for fast turnaround and detailed grading reports.
Why choosing Lab Grown Diamonds?
a) Ethically and environmentally friendlier than natural diamonds since they avoid mining.
b) More accessible cost: lab-grown diamonds are usually cost 30%-40% less than natural diamonds.
