Buying Lab Grown Diamonds - FAQ
Lab Grown Diamonds: Your Questions Answered
Lab grown diamonds offer the same brilliance, beauty, and durability as mined diamonds—with exceptional value and ethical sourcing. Whether you're considering a lab created diamond for your engagement ring or fine jewelry piece, we're here to answer your most important questions.
What Are Lab Grown Diamonds?
Lab grown diamonds are real diamonds created in controlled laboratory environments using advanced technology that replicates the natural diamond formation process. They possess the same physical, chemical, and optical properties as mined diamonds—identical crystal structure, hardness, brilliance, and fire.
These diamonds are grown using two primary methods: High Pressure High Temperature (HPHT) or Chemical Vapor Deposition (CVD). Both processes produce genuine diamonds that are indistinguishable from mined diamonds to the naked eye and even under magnification.
Are Lab Grown Diamonds Real Diamonds?
Yes, absolutely. Lab grown diamonds are real diamonds. They have the same carbon crystal structure, score 10 on the Mohs hardness scale, and exhibit the same optical properties as mined diamonds. The only difference is their origin—one is created in a laboratory, the other formed deep within the earth over billions of years.
Leading gemological institutes including GIA (Gemological Institute of America) and IGI (International Gemological Institute) certify lab grown diamonds using the same rigorous grading standards applied to mined diamonds.
How Do Lab Grown Diamonds Compare to Mined Diamonds?
Quality: Lab grown diamonds match mined diamonds in every measurable way—cut, color, clarity, and carat weight. They're graded using the same 4Cs standards.
Value: Lab grown diamonds typically cost 30-40% less than comparable mined diamonds, allowing you to choose a larger or higher quality stone within your budget.
Appearance: Lab grown and mined diamonds are visually identical. Even professional gemologists require specialized equipment to distinguish between them.
Durability: Both are equally durable and suitable for everyday wear, making them perfect for engagement rings and fine jewelry meant to last a lifetime.
Are Lab Grown Diamonds Certified?
Yes. Reputable lab grown diamonds come with certification from respected gemological laboratories such as GIA, IGI, or GCAL. These certificates provide detailed information about the diamond's cut, color, clarity, carat weight, and confirm that it's laboratory grown.
At The Perfect Setting, we work exclusively with certified lab grown diamonds, ensuring you receive complete documentation and confidence in your purchase.
Why Choose a Lab Grown Diamond?
Exceptional Value: Receive more diamond for your investment, allowing you to prioritize size, quality, or allocate budget to a custom setting.
Ethical Sourcing: Lab grown diamonds are created with minimal environmental impact and guaranteed conflict-free origins.
Same Beauty and Brilliance: Enjoy the identical sparkle, fire, and timeless elegance of a natural diamond.
Modern Choice: Lab grown diamonds represent innovation and conscious luxury—perfect for today's discerning couples.
Can Lab Grown Diamonds Be Used in Custom Engagement Rings?
Absolutely. Lab grown diamonds are ideal for custom engagement rings and fine jewelry. They offer the same design versatility as mined diamonds, working beautifully in any setting style—from classic solitaires to intricate vintage-inspired designs.
Our bespoke design process allows you to select the perfect lab grown diamond and create a one-of-a-kind setting that reflects your personal style and love story.
How Do I Choose a Lab Grown Diamond?
Selecting a lab grown diamond follows the same principles as choosing a mined diamond:
Cut: Prioritize excellent cut quality for maximum brilliance and sparkle.
Color: Choose based on your preference and setting—colorless grades (D-F) for platinum or white gold, near-colorless (G-J) for yellow gold settings.
Clarity: Select eye-clean diamonds (VS2 or better) where inclusions aren't visible to the naked eye.
Carat: Determine your ideal size based on budget, finger size, and personal preference.
Our personalized diamond buying service guides you through every decision, ensuring you select a lab grown diamond that exceeds your expectations.
Ready to Explore Lab Grown Diamonds?
Discover the exceptional beauty and value of lab grown diamonds with The Perfect Setting. Whether you're designing a custom engagement ring or creating a special jewelry piece, we'll help you find the perfect diamond and bring your vision to life.
Start your journey today. Call us at 516-422-1220 or contact us to discuss your custom design.