Lab-grown diamond - Frequently asked questions.

Are lab-grown diamonds real diamonds?

Yes, they're real diamonds. They are physically, chemically, and optically 100% the same as mined diamonds, down to the atom. The only difference is how they are created. The Federal Trade Commission in the US ruled recently, that a diamond is a diamond no matter whether is grown in a lab or dug out of the ground.

Can you tell the difference between lab-grown diamonds and mined diamonds?
Because lab-grown diamonds and mined diamonds are exactly the same, the only way to tell them apart is by using specialised equipment used by a trained gemologist. No one can tell them apart without this equipment, not even experienced jewellers under magnification.

What is better: CVD or HPHT diamonds?
You will not be able to tell the difference between a CVD and HPHT diamond with the naked eye. Both methods create a beautiful, sparkling diamond. Both the CVD method and the HPHT method will create a real diamond that is optically, chemically, and physically identical to natural diamonds. In our expert opinion, we feel that both methods produce high-quality diamonds, therefore we don’t choose one over the other when procuring our lab-grown diamonds.

Do lab-grown diamonds come with certificates and grading reports?
Yes, every Lab-grown diamond will comes with its own independent certification and grading report from the International Gemmological Institute (IGI), based in Antwerp, Belgium, the world’s largest independent certifier and grader of diamonds, both mined and lab-grown.

Can I buy a coloured Lab-grown diamond?
Yes you can. Lab-grown diamond come in a vast range of colours, such as pink, green, yellow, orange, blue and various shades of colour just like natural diamonds do.