Chemically, physically and optically, lab grown diamonds are identical to natural diamonds. They are real diamonds with the same crystalline structure and beautiful sparkle as natural diamonds. Lab grown diamonds also have the same hardness level of 10 on the Mohs scale. They are just as durable as natural diamonds. This is why they have become so popular, and why leading diamond jewelers have chosen to offer them alongside their selection of natural diamonds.
Does lab diamonds are real diamonds?
Can you distinguish between a real to a lab diamond?
Because a lab diamond looks the same as a natural diamond, even most professionals won’t be able to tell the difference between them. However, skilled gemologists may be able to tell if a diamond has been grown in the lab with the use of a powerful microscope and still, the only way to be sure is to send the diamond to a gemological laboratory. In conclusion, the average person will not be able to distinguish between a natural diamond and a lab grown diamond
The difference between lab and natural diamond.
The main difference between a lab grown diamond and a natural diamond is its origin – a natural diamond is formed below the surface of the earth, while a lab grown diamond is formed above ground in a highly regulated environment. Another difference between the two is that a natural diamond is millions of years old, while a lab diamond only takes 6-10 weeks to grow depending on its size. Another difference between a laboratory diamond and a natural diamond is their price. A lab gowns diamond can cost 50 to 70 percent less than a natural diamond. This competitive pricing makes it very popular.
How can you tell the quality of a lab grown diamond?
Because a laboratory diamond is the same as a natural diamond, it is also graded according to the same method as a natural diamond, i.e. according to the 4Cs method. So you can know the exact color, cut, carat and degree of cleanliness of your diamond.
In conclusion.
A lab grown diamond is the same as a natural diamond but because it is produced in a laboratory, its cost is significantly cheaper. The differences can range from 50-70 percent less compared to a natural diamond.
Not only that, because of the controlled way lab diamonds are created, their average quality is very high. If you are looking for a large diamond, the source of the diamond does not bother you and you don’t want to spend a lot of money, then definitely a lab diamond is the best option for you.