

They come with the same type of grading report as mined diamonds, but each diamond is laser inscribed to signify that it’s lab-grown and the grading report will state it as well. How They’re Sold: Lab-created diamonds are graded by the same independent gemological organizations as mined diamonds, using the same 4C’s grading system. Lab-grown diamonds are up to 40% less expensive than mined diamonds of the same size and quality, giving you the exact same look at a much more affordable price.

That means the exact same sparkle and durability as a mined diamond, but with a smaller environmental and social impact.

They have the exact chemical, optical, and physical properties as mined diamonds, and are undetectable as lab-grown, except with extremely specialized equipment. What’s to Love: Cultured diamonds are grown in laboratories that recreate the same environment that causes diamonds to form in the earth. The only mined diamonds we offer are of Canadian origin, so they are traceable and more responsible. Though we've made great strides toward ethical diamond mining, the industry is still fraught with many issues, including serious environmental impacts. They are also mined from the earth, which some clients prefer to avoid. The Downside: Mined diamonds are the priciest of the clear stone options. We use the highest quality diamonds, which typically grade as colorless and VS or higher clarity. How They’re Sold: Diamonds are graded via a system known as The 4 C’s, which stands for Carat, Clarity, Color, Cut.

Due to how good they are at reflecting light back up to the eye, they require very little upkeep since they can sparkle even when not perfectly clean. Diamonds have that brilliance and sparkle we all know and love due to a high refractive index. What's to Love: Ranking at a 10 on the Mohs Scale of Hardness, diamonds are the hardest material on earth-an important feature for an everyday ring that will be worn for decades, if not centuries.
